Ford F-250 SD Engine Problems
Owners have filed 323 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Ford F-250 SD across 28 model years. The 2015 model year has the most (44). The words owners use most often: “high pressure” (7% of reports).
- 323engine complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 8mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $2,150typical repair cost reported by owners
- 63%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- High pressure: mentioned in 23 of 323 complaints (7%)
- Diesel engine: mentioned in 17 of 323 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine repair on the Ford F-250 SD at $2,150, and half of them between $1,700 and $2,750.
Based on 14 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2012–2023), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 236 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 323 complaints, 8 mention a crash, 30 a fire, 3 an injury.
Ford F-250 SD engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-250 SD | 2 | 22% | — |
| 2024 F-250 SD | 3 | 8% | — |
| 2023 F-250 SD | 8 | 19% | 5,500 |
| 2022 F-250 SD | 17 | 13% | 50,000 |
| 2021 F-250 SD | 11 | 7% | 70,000 |
| 2020 F-250 SD | 27 | 10% | 50,000 |
| 2019 F-250 SD | 21 | 2% | 20,000 |
| 2018 F-250 SD | 15 | 4% | 94,000 |
| 2017 F-250 SD | 37 | 3% | 46,470 |
| 2016 F-250 SD | 27 | 9% | 55,370 |
| 2015 F-250 SD | 44 | 15% | 38,000 |
| 2014 F-250 SD | 5 | 19% | 82,000 |
| 2013 F-250 SD | 7 | 33% | 46,000 |
| 2012 F-250 SD | 15 | 26% | 54,000 |
| 2011 F-250 SD | 21 | 17% | 62,500 |
| 2010 F-250 SD | 1 | 3% | 43,727 |
| 2009 F-250 SD | 2 | 9% | 30,739 |
| 2008 F-250 SD | 9 | 6% | 107,000 |
| 2007 F-250 SD | 1 | 2% | 52,000 |
| 2006 F-250 SD | 7 | 3% | 100,000 |
| 2005 F-250 SD | 10 | 3% | 96,117 |
| 2004 F-250 SD | 14 | 6% | 91,750 |
| 2003 F-250 SD | 2 | 1% | 105,000 |
| 2002 F-250 SD | 4 | 2% | 111,000 |
| 2001 F-250 SD | 8 | 3% | 115,000 |
| 2000 F-250 SD | 2 | 1% | 165,108 |
| 1999 F-250 SD | 2 | 1% | 155,000 |
| 1995 F-250 SD | 1 | 11% | 195,743 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Engine; equipment:electrical
Model years: 2017, 2018, 2019
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged.
Risk: A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S11.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Model years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
On October 9, 2026 at approximately 8:30 AM, my 2019 Ford F-250 6.7L Power Stroke diesel, with 76,512 miles, suffered a catastrophic high-pressure fuel injection pump failure while traveling approximately 55 mph on FM 3351 near Camp Stanley, Texas. The vehicle displayed âSpeed Limitedâ and…
Failure of Bosch CP4 fuel pump causing me to be stranded on the side of the road. No recalls currently issued and cannot afford a $15,000 fix
- Oil leak at 300 miles. - Oil loss can lead to catastrophic engine failure and loss of drivability. - Oil leak can be easily repeated after wiping down and driving as little as 6 miles. - Dealer changed the oil drain plug but that didn't correct the leak. Self inspection indicates the leak is…
NHTSA Vehicle Safety Complain To whom it may concern, My Name is [XXX] I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty equipped with the 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engine (VIN: [XXX]). At approximately 137,900 miles, my vehicle suddenly lost engine power while driving and…
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, while driving 40 MPH approximately two months later, the vehicle was running rough and stalled. The check engine warning light was…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford F-250 SDs have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 323 owner complaints about engine for the Ford F-250 SD. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Ford F-250 SD engine?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix engine problems on the Ford F-250 SD?
Owners report a typical cost of $2,150 (half paid between $1,700 and $2,750), from 14 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about engine problems on the Ford F-250 SD?
The most frequent phrase is “high pressure”, in 23 of 323 complaints, followed by “diesel engine” (17).
Other Ford F-250 SD problems
- Steering problems (2,485)
- Suspension problems (2,211)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (692)
- Electrical System problems (500)
- Power Train problems (457)
- Wheels problems (284)
- Tires problems (244)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (226)
See all Ford F-250 SD problems.