Ford F-350 Engine and Engine Cooling Problems
Owners have filed 313 complaints with NHTSA about engine and engine cooling problems on the Ford F-350 across 18 model years. The 2004 model year has the most (64).
- 313engine and engine cooling complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 7mention a crash
- 7mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $3,400typical repair cost reported by owners
- 49%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine and engine cooling repair on the Ford F-350 at $3,400, and half of them between $1,800 and $6,000.
Based on 8 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2006–2012), 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 and engine cooling problems happen?
Based on 187 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 313 complaints, 7 mention a crash, 25 a fire, 7 an injury.
Ford F-350 engine and engine cooling complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine and Engine Cooling complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 F-350 | 3 | 3% | 132,151 |
| 2013 F-350 | 2 | 3% | 87,702 |
| 2012 F-350 | 8 | 5% | 47,250 |
| 2011 F-350 | 6 | 4% | 52,500 |
| 2008 F-350 | 31 | 24% | 53,000 |
| 2007 F-350 | 3 | 8% | 36 |
| 2006 F-350 | 21 | 14% | 65,000 |
| 2005 F-350 | 17 | 15% | 89,453 |
| 2004 F-350 | 64 | 40% | 31,000 |
| 2003 F-350 | 19 | 21% | 15,000 |
| 2002 F-350 | 19 | 16% | 60,400 |
| 2001 F-350 | 12 | 8% | 94,500 |
| 2000 F-350 | 17 | 6% | 90,300 |
| 1999 F-350 | 22 | 5% | 92,000 |
| 1998 F-350 | 1 | 8% | — |
| 1997 F-350 | 26 | 17% | 103,527 |
| 1996 F-350 | 17 | 13% | 105,974 |
| 1995 F-350 | 25 | 19% | 195,914 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Model years: 2012
Problem: Manning Equipment Inc. LLC (Manning) is recalling certain model year 2012 Ford F-350, F-450 and F-550 gasoline engined dual rear wheel chassis vehicles manufactured October 2011 through June 2012. The tailpipe on the exhaust system does not extend out beyond the edge of the body, allowing heat to build up in rear curbside storage compartment.
Risk: Excessive heat build up in rear compartment could result in fire.
Fix: Manning Equipment has notified owners, and dealers will install tailpipe extensions free of charge. The recall has already begun. Owners may contact Manning Equipment at 1-502-426-5210.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the…
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the residence and a friend diagnosed the vehicle. The contact was informed that the CP4 pump, hard lines, and injectors needed to be…
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) cooler needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-350. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who replaced the reductant heater however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the first repair was covered under Manufacturer…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the mechanic…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford F-350s have engine and engine cooling problems?
No. NHTSA has 313 owner complaints about engine and engine cooling for the Ford F-350. 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-350 engine and engine cooling?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine and engine cooling. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix engine and engine cooling problems on the Ford F-350?
Owners report a typical cost of $3,400 (half paid between $1,800 and $6,000), from 8 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
Other Ford F-350 problems
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- Tires problems (382)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (252)
- Power Train problems (237)
- Engine problems (162)
- Electrical System problems (152)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (111)
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