Ford F-250 Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 319 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Ford F-250 across 20 model years. The 1999 model year has the most (61).
- 319power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 15mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 40%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 120 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 319 complaints, 15 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 6 an injury.
Ford F-250 power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 F-250 | 6 | 4% | 165,839 |
| 2013 F-250 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2012 F-250 | 15 | 6% | 82,750 |
| 2011 F-250 | 13 | 5% | 82,000 |
| 2010 F-250 | 5 | 7% | 47,822 |
| 2009 F-250 | 2 | 4% | 57,948 |
| 2008 F-250 | 14 | 7% | 50,524 |
| 2007 F-250 | 1 | 2% | 1,400 |
| 2006 F-250 | 9 | 4% | 17,000 |
| 2005 F-250 | 14 | 10% | 48,000 |
| 2004 F-250 | 12 | 8% | 101,000 |
| 2003 F-250 | 12 | 10% | 32,500 |
| 2002 F-250 | 12 | 8% | 61,253 |
| 2001 F-250 | 28 | 13% | 41,158 |
| 2000 F-250 | 23 | 7% | 110,000 |
| 1999 F-250 | 61 | 10% | 87,000 |
| 1998 F-250 | 2 | 4% | — |
| 1997 F-250 | 34 | 11% | 145,318 |
| 1996 F-250 | 19 | 11% | — |
| 1995 F-250 | 36 | 20% | 122,900 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Power train:automatic transmission
Model years: 2012
Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 f-150 vehicles manufactured from september 9, 2011, through september 22, 2011, and model year 2012 f-250, f-350, f-450 and f-550 heavy duty vehicles manufactured from september 12, 2011, through september 22, 2011. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 114, âtheft protection.â the transmission can be shifted out of the park position without pressing the brake pedal due to brake shift interlock switch problem.
Risk: This will allow the operator to inadvertently shift the vehicle into gear without the brake pedal being depressed, increasing the risk of a crash or injury to a nearby pedestrian.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake shift interlock switch function and replace the switch if necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on december 22, 2011. Owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Model years: 2008
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine, excessive temperatures in the diesel particulate filter in the exhaust system may result from excess hydrocarbons in the exhaust.
Risk: Lack of power or rough operation, unusual noises from the engine or exhaust, white smoke from the exhaust, and potentially a visible flame out the tailpipe can occur.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. The recall began on april 3, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Model years: 1997, 1998
Problem: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. If the automatic transmission shift cable assembly was not fully attached to the steering column bracket, the shift cable assembly can come out of the bracket. The vehicle operator would then not be able to shift the transmission from one of the drive gear positions into the park position even though the gear shift selector would indicate "park."
Risk: The condition would not allow a disengagement of the transmission from the park position or affect proper neutral start switch operation. Unintended vehicle movement could occur if the parking brake was not set.
Fix: Dealers will make the proper attachment of the transmission shift control cable to the steering column bracket and add a tie strap to that connection.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
See attached document for complaint.
I just had to replace the ECM because it fired. after replacing that it still won't start. I've talked to multiple people who have had the same problem.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to an unknown dealer, where it was diagnosed with engine seizure due to coolant intrusion in the engine. The contact stated that while the dealer was in the process of replacing the engine, the dealer…
Electrical system fails every day. It affects the engine, transmission, radio, windows, gauges. Wiring issue causes the radio to just go out, windows stop working, all gauges stops working, the transmission doesn't shift right, engine doesn't run right. Yes vehicle is available for inspecting…
When im in traffic, starting out driving or merging between intersections my truck decides to either hard shift or not shift at all. Several times ive had to lay on my horn in an attempt to warn oncoming vehicles that i have no power and cannot accelerate and several times it has nearly caused an…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford F-250s have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 319 owner complaints about power train for the Ford F-250. 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 power train?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
Other Ford F-250 problems
- Steering problems (808)
- Suspension problems (766)
- Tires problems (460)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (387)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (290)
- Electrical System problems (259)
- Engine problems (244)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (182)
See all Ford F-250 problems.