NHTSA Data Explorer

Ford F-450 Super Duty

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

1,305

Active records

Recalls

101

Active records

TSBs

1,944

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

2

Injuries

59

Crashes

57

Fires

69

Top reported issues — Ford F-450 Super Duty

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Condition issue

577

Operating state

346

Engine behavior

179

Thermal issue

130

Fluid issue

120

Performance issue

109

Braking behavior

101

Reporting mechanism

92

Vibration/harshness

92

Steering behavior

75

Driver assistance issue

59

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

59

Noise

56

Safety restraint issue

43

Ride/handling behavior

42

Access/entry issue

39

Starting behavior

37

Safety restraint behavior

30

Electrical issue

29

Lighting behavior

24

Powering on/off behavior

20

HVAC behavior

19

Infotainment behavior

12

Recent change

12

Smell

11

Wiper/washer behavior

6

Electrified system issue

2

Communication/network issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2017 FORD F-450

Filed Sep 29, 2026


Fire

The contact owned a 2017 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, there was a loud pop coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle immediately caught fire. While attempting to turn off the vehicle, the vehicle failed to turn off. The contact exited the vehicle and called the Fire Department, and the fire was extinguished. A fire report was filed. The fire was caused by fuel leaking onto the engine. The vehicle was deemed totaled. The manufacturer was…

2019 FORD F-450

Filed Sep 21, 2026


3 injured
Crash

We were hit on I20, when the vehicles front air bags as well as the sos safety equipment (horns emergency hazard lights) failed. When hit we were pushed across three travel lanes into several cement barriers, collecting a semi truck traveling in the slow lane going 40+MPH. We all went down an embankment into a concrete runoff, into steep ditch. We were hit by a Dodge Charger on the driver side and a semi truck on the passenger side. Truck was totaled with major damage on all sides. We were…

2021 FORD F-450 SD

Filed Sep 16, 2026


Unknown. This vehicle when driving and come to a complete stop will jerk forward. It has been to 2 different ford dealerships to assist with this issue and has been covered under transmission control module recall and reprogrammed as per their invoices, but has not fixed the issue. It is currently at the 2nd dealership while they are furthering this inspection.

2000 FORD F SERIES

Filed Aug 14, 2026


Fire

Regarding NHTSA Recall Number 05V017000; * Component: Speed control deactivation switch. Available for inspection. * Safety Risk: Spontaneous fire occurred on 07/20/2026 at apx 1am destroying the vehicle, damaging two other vehicles, and nearly burning down our home. *Problem Reproduced: Unknown * Component Inspected: Yes, by HOI claims adjuster. * Any warning lamps/ messages?: I had been dealing with a engine light about 1 year earlier that popped up again about 3 months ago. The codes…

2014 FORD F-450

Filed Jul 9, 2026


The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while her husband was reversing, the rearview camera image was blank or inverted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

2021 FORD F-450 SD

Filed Jun 9, 2026


Failure of a $70 thermocouple sensor in the air conditioning unit requires replacement of the entire evaporative cooler, which requires removal and reinstallation of the entire dash from the vehicle. This should be a part serviceable without such extensive work.

2022 FORD F-450 SD

Filed May 19, 2026


After updating Manufacturer Recall Number25SA8, My backup camera and all other cameras are not working. Ford is refussing to replace the Module B free of charge. Looks like I'm going to have to pay then go after them to get my money back. They keep trying to update and the updates are not working. Everything was working as it should be it went to the dealership. Now it is a seroius safty as I have no cameras at all.

2022 FORD F-450 SD

Filed Apr 24, 2026


The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a lot of play in the steering wheel. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel was approximately an inch loose on both sides. The contact stated that the failure occurred while driving out of state. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or a dealer. The contact referenced an unknown…

2022 FORD F-450 SD

Filed Mar 12, 2026


The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-450 SD. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond and shut down unexpectedly. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was restarted and operated as intended. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact associated the failure with…

2012 FORD F-450

Filed Mar 9, 2026


The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed back to the residence. An independent mechanic arrived at the residence and diagnosed the vehicle with fuel pump failure. The contact was unaware whether the fuel pump needed to be repaired or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not…

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.