1999 Ford F-250 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-250 SD years
- More complaints than other years 11th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 249 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Ford F-250 SD. That ranks 11th out of 32 F-250 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (95 complaints, 38%), typically at around 111,912 miles. Complaints mention 15 crashes, 13 fires, 10 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 5 defect investigations involving it.
- 249owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 5NHTSA investigations
- 15complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Ford F-250 SD problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 95 | 38% | 111,912 | “spark plug” (39%) | $3,400 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 14% | 96,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 29 | 12% | 89,900 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 | 10% | 98,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 23 | 9% | 75,055 | — | — |
| Steering | 14 | 6% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 10 | 4% | 82,526 | — | — |
| Suspension | 10 | 4% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 3% | 122,903 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 3% | 126,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 3% | 85,640 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 3 | 1% | 230,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 1% | 182,333 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1% | 230,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 1% | 155,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | 188,951 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1% | 43,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1% | 219,800 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 1% | 85,038 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 1% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 0% | 180,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Ford F-250 SD recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). The scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Fix: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the abs control module connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 27, 2009. Owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Risk: In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on december 29, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Engine stalling (EA06012) — opened Jun 22, 2006, closed Dec 7, 2007, led to recall 07V553000.
- Engine stalling (PE06011) — opened Feb 27, 2006, closed Jun 23, 2006.
- Spark plug ejection from cylinder head (DP05005) — opened Sep 22, 2005, closed Jan 4, 2006.
- Engine compartment fires (EA05005) — opened Mar 22, 2005, closed Aug 2, 2006, led to recall 05V388000.
- Sector shaft fractures (EA01009) — opened Mar 2, 2001, closed Aug 19, 2003.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-250 sd. While driving 55 mph, the cable snapped in the rear of the vehicle, damaged the rear axle, and caused the trailer to fracture. The manufacturer was notified and suggested that the vehicle be taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-250 sd. The contact stated that the straps for the fuel tank were rusted all the way through. The contact was made aware of nhtsa campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. However, the refused to provide any…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-250 sd. The contact stated that while driving at 65-70 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front driver's side wheel. The contact discovered that the front driver's side tire had blown out. As a result, the abs warning light illuminated. The tire was…
Traveling southbound on florida turnpike towing 5th wheel trailer, right lane, 65mph, 80psi tire pressure checked before departure. Had traveled approx 50 miles when tread partially separated from right front tire. No loss of tire pressure, which allowed safely steering off highway. Tread remaining…
2014 lexus pulled out in front of me slammed on brakes hit drivers side rear door and back panel. My airbag did not deploy. *tr
Other Ford F-250 SD years
← 1998 F-250 SD · 2000 F-250 SD →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-250 SD | 9 | 6 |
| 2025 F-250 SD | 17 | 7 |
| 2024 F-250 SD | 40 | 4 |
| 2023 F-250 SD | 43 | 16 |
| 2022 F-250 SD | 126 | 17 |
| 2021 F-250 SD | 166 | 12 |
| 2020 F-250 SD | 266 | 14 |
| 2019 F-250 SD | 1,165 | 11 |
| 2018 F-250 SD | 398 | 9 |
| 2017 F-250 SD | 1,155 | 14 |
| 2016 F-250 SD | 290 | 3 |
| 2015 F-250 SD | 296 | 2 |
| 2014 F-250 SD | 26 | 0 |
| 2013 F-250 SD | 21 | 0 |
| 2012 F-250 SD | 57 | 0 |
| 2011 F-250 SD | 122 | 0 |
| 2010 F-250 SD | 32 | 0 |
| 2009 F-250 SD | 23 | 0 |
| 2008 F-250 SD | 141 | 0 |
| 2007 F-250 SD | 54 | 1 |
| 2006 F-250 SD | 274 | 1 |
| 2005 F-250 SD | 295 | 3 |
| 2004 F-250 SD | 254 | 2 |
| 2003 F-250 SD | 178 | 4 |
| 2002 F-250 SD | 245 | 3 |
| 2001 F-250 SD | 288 | 2 |
| 2000 F-250 SD | 233 | 2 |
| 1999 | 249 | 2 |
| 1998 F-250 SD | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 F-250 SD | 39 | 2 |
| 1996 F-250 SD | 11 | 1 |
| 1995 F-250 SD | 9 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Ford F-250 SD?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, tires problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 95 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Ford F-250 SD?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 Ford F-250 SD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-250 SD model years, the 1999 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.