35 recalls covering model years 2019, 2020, 2021, 2026. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — a recall may apply only to some vehicles of a given year.
Ford is recalling certain F-150, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles because the cable on the left side of the tailgate may fail under certain heavy loads. If it fails, the tailgate may drop onto the rear bumper. Dealers will replace the left-side cable for free. Ford plans to send owners another letter when the repair becomes available.
On affected Ford trucks, the dashboard needles showing engine speed and vehicle speed may get stuck or move erratically. This can give the driver inaccurate readings. The recall includes certain F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD and F-600 trucks, along with other listed Ford models. Dealers will replace the affected dashboard units. Owners will receive an additional letter when the repair is available.
Some Ford Expedition and F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks have headlight assemblies that may contain a faulty LED chip. This can cause the daytime running lights, parking lights, high beams, or low beams to stop working, reducing how well other drivers can see the vehicle or how well the driver can see the road ahead at night. Because of this, the vehicles do not meet federal headlight safety requirements.
Ford is recalling certain F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, F-600 SD, and F-750 Super Duty trucks that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall 24V957. Biodiesel deposits may build up on the fuel pump's drivetrain roller components, which could cause the high-pressure fuel pump to fail. A fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, at no cost to the owner.
On certain Ford F-250 SD and F-350 SD trucks, a weld on the rear driveshaft may fail. If it does, the driveshaft can separate and the truck can suddenly lose the power that drives the wheels. This sudden loss of power while driving raises the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the driveshaft and replace it if needed, at no cost to the owner.
When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module in certain Ford and Lincoln vehicles may lose communication with the vehicle. This can cause a loss of trailer brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of trailer brake function.
On some 2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 and F-350 trucks, the right rear axle shaft may not have been heat-treated correctly during manufacturing, which could cause the shaft to break. If it breaks, the truck could lose power to the wheels, or in some cases roll away on its own after being shifted into park. Dealers will inspect the axle shaft's date code and replace it if needed, free of charge.
Ford is recalling certain F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty trucks. The 360-degree view camera system may not display the rearview image properly in certain lighting conditions. Ford's fix is a software update for the module that processes the camera image. The repair is being released in phases by model year, so owners are being told about the safety problem first and will be contacted again once the update is available for their truck.
Ford is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks. The upper shaft of the steering column may come loose and detach from the rest of the steering column. If this happens, the driver could lose the ability to steer the truck. The problem is located in the steering column itself, specifically the upper shaft connection.
Some Ford pickup trucks, SUVs, vans, and the Lincoln MKC may have a problem with the rearview camera. When the vehicle is shifted into reverse, the camera image on the screen may appear distorted, show an upside-down picture, or go completely blank instead of a normal picture. Because of this, the driver may not have a clear view of what is behind the vehicle while backing up.
The instrument panel cluster in these trucks may fail when the vehicle is started. When this happens, the display will not show important information such as vehicle speed and warning lights. This affects certain Ford F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD trucks. Ford is fixing the problem with a software update to the instrument panel cluster, done either by a dealer or automatically over the air.
On certain Ford and Lincoln models, the low-pressure fuel pump may fail. If it fails, the engine can stall while the vehicle is being driven.
Ford is recalling certain Expedition, Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 and F-600 trucks, and the Lincoln Corsair. On these vehicles, the rearview camera may show a blank or distorted picture instead of a clear view of what is behind the vehicle. Dealers will replace the rearview camera as needed, free of charge. Ford has already mailed notification letters to owners, and a customer service line is available for questions about the recall.
In certain diesel trucks, deposits can form on parts of the fuel pump's drivetrain rollers over time. This buildup can cause the high pressure fuel pump to stop working properly. Dealers will fix the issue by updating the powertrain control module and transmission control module software, at no cost to you.
Ford is recalling certain 2018 through 2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles with third-row seats, along with 2019 through 2023 F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty SuperCab trucks. The owner's manual for these vehicles is missing the instructions for adjusting and removing some of the head restraints, also called headrests. Because of that, these vehicles do not meet the federal standard covering head restraints.
Ford is recalling certain Ford Super Duty F-250, F-350 and F-450 trucks and Lincoln Continental cars that have the 360-degree camera system. The anti-reflective coating on the camera lens can break down, and when that happens the rearview camera picture can look foggy or cloudy instead of clear. Ford says dealers will replace the rearview camera at no cost to the owner.
On certain Ford Super Duty trucks equipped with 6.7-liter diesel engines, a washer inside the transmission can break apart, or disintegrate. When this happens, small pieces of metal debris from the washer can become lodged in the mechanism that lets the truck shift into and stay in 'Park.' Debris stuck in this mechanism can keep the truck from going into 'Park' or from staying there once it is put in 'Park.'
Ford is recalling certain F-150 and Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 trucks. A weak electrical connection means the backup camera may show a blank screen or a distorted picture, and it may do this on and off rather than all the time. Because of this, these trucks do not meet the federal government's rear visibility safety standard. Dealers will put in a new rearview camera at no charge to the owner.
In these vehicles, the windshield wiper arms can break, which causes the windshield wipers to stop working. Dealers will fix this by replacing both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge.
Certain Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts have underbody heat and noise insulators that can come loose. If an insulator contacts the driveshaft, it can damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture, and the truck could also move unexpectedly while parked if the parking brake isn't engaged.
On these Ford Super Duty and Medium Duty trucks with 6.7-liter diesel engines, a small void in the underhood secondary fuel filter cap may develop into a pinhole over time. This can allow fuel to leak from the top of the secondary fuel filter.
On some F-350 Super Duty trucks with a 6.7L diesel engine and Dana 275 rear axle, the rear axle housing may not be strong enough to support the truck's weight. Over time it can deform, or bend out of shape, which may cause the driveshaft to separate. This separation can lead to a sudden loss of power to the wheels, or in some cases the truck may move on its own if it is left in park without the parking brake set.
Ford is recalling certain Super Duty trucks with dual rear wheels and front wheel hub extenders installed on the front wheels. On these trucks, the wheel hub extenders may not be properly attached to the front rotor hub assemblies. Because of this, a wheel along with its hub extender could become loose and separate from the truck while it is being driven, which could lead to a crash.
⚠ NHTSA advises: do not drive this vehicle until repaired.
Ford is recalling certain Super Duty F-350 and F-450 trucks built with a fifth wheel left-hand mounting bracket that may be cracked. The bracket is part of what holds the fifth wheel hitch to the truck. Dealers will inspect the bracket and replace it if needed.
Certain Ford Escape, F-150, and F-250/F-350 vehicles were built with Continental tires that may have been cured for too long during manufacturing. An over-cured tire can develop a break in its sidewall, leading to sudden air loss or the belt separating from the tire.
Certain 2020 Ford F-Super Duty F-350 trucks with a 6.7L diesel engine, single rear wheels, 4X4 Crew Cab, Long Box, and a 12,000 or 12,400 pound Gross Vehicle Weight Rating may have labels that overstate how much weight the truck can carry. The Tire and Loading Information label may show a payload capacity that is higher than it should be, and the Safety Certification label and Truck Camper Loading Documentation may also show weight figures that are too high.
Ford is recalling certain Super Duty trucks, along with some 2021 F-150 pickups. When these vehicles were built, the windshield may not have been bonded to the body correctly, so it could separate from the vehicle in a crash. Because of this, the trucks do not meet the federal safety rule for windshield mounting. Dealers will remove the windshield and reinstall it properly at no cost to the owner.
Icon Vehicle Dynamics is recalling its FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kit, sold as an accessory for certain Ford F-250 and F-350 4x4 trucks. A foam ring inside the stabilizer's through shaft may block the piston ports, which could cause the steering to lock up.
Ford is recalling a wide range of vehicles, including the F-150 and Super Duty pickups, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, plus the Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair. A poor electrical connection can cause the rearview camera to show a blank or distorted image from time to time. Because of this, the vehicles do not meet the federal rear visibility standard. Dealers will replace the rearview camera free of charge, and owners have been notified by mail.
On some diesel Super Duty trucks, a part inside the transmission called the torque converter damper plate was not properly hardened during manufacturing, making it brittle. This brittle plate can crack or break, which may cause the engine to stall while driving, or may make it take much more effort on the brake pedal to bring the truck to a stop.
On some Ford Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCrew Cab trucks with carpet flooring, if a front seat belt pretensioner goes off during a crash, the sparks it produces can ignite materials such as the carpet or insulation inside the B-pillar area of the vehicle. If those materials catch fire, the result could be a fire inside the vehicle.
These Super Duty trucks have an electric tailgate release switch built into the tailgate handle. Water can get into the wiring and cause a short circuit that sets off the switch, releasing the tailgate latches. The tailgate can then open when the driver did not intend it. Cargo that is not tied down could fall out of the truck bed and onto the road. Dealers will rework the wiring and install a new release switch.
This recall affects certain Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty trucks. The daytime running lights may fail to dim when the headlights are turned on. Normally these lights are supposed to get dimmer once you switch the headlights to the "on" position, but on these trucks they may stay at full brightness instead.
This recall affects certain trucks that have an engine block heater and were previously repaired under an earlier recall. During that repair, the splice connector on the block heater cable may have been damaged. A damaged cable can cause an electrical short, which can lead to overheated or melted wiring. This increases the risk of a fire starting in the wiring.
On certain 2019 Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty vehicles, the transmission case was cast incorrectly. This casting problem can prevent the park pawl assembly from being secured properly. Because of this, the vehicle may not stay in place the way it should when it is shifted into park, and it can move on its own without the driver intending it, even though the transmission has been put in park.
Recalls and NHTSA owner complaints for each model year, side by side. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and better-selling or older years naturally collect more — read this as a record, not a ranking.
| Model year | Recalls | High / critical | Do-not-drive / park-outside | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 12 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 16 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 15 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
NHTSA lists 35 safety recalls covering the 2019–2026 Ford F-350 SD. 22 of them are rated high or critical on this site. The most recent is "Ford F-350 SD and F-450 SD Tailgate Cable May Fail" (NHTSA campaign 26V689000), reported Oct 20, 2026.
The 2020 Ford F-350 SD has the most, with 16 recalls. The 2026 model year has the fewest of the years we cover, with 7. Newer model years have had less time to collect recalls, so a low count on a recent year is not a guarantee.
Yes. 1 Ford F-350 SD recall carries a do-not-drive or park-outside advisory from NHTSA: Ford Heavy-Duty Trucks: Front Wheel Extender Can Detach (21V390000). These apply only to the affected vehicles, so check your VIN.
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall often applies to only some vehicles of a model year, and the VIN lookup shows the ones still unrepaired on your car. Recall repairs are free at any franchised Ford dealer, including for second owners.
Recalls and complaint record for one model year at a time: