2025 Ford F-450 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-450 SD years
- Not enough data 21st of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Ford F-450 SD. That ranks 21st out of 32 F-450 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 50%). There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2025 Ford F-450 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2025 Ford F-450 SD recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:tail lights; electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâs ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, and 2025 F-150 vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S88.
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkagesDo not drive
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, and F-250 SD vehicles. The brake booster pushrod retaining spring may not have been installed, which can allow the pushrod to disconnect from the brake pedal and cause a sudden loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems" and 105, "Hydraulic and electric brake systems."
Risk: A sudden loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and repair the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C26.
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles. The steering column shifter may have been improperly welded and detach from the steering column.
Risk: A detached shifter will prevent the driver from shifting into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the steering column serial numbers and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S20.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
There is uneven tread wear and cupping on the Continental Tires installed by Ford. These tires were already replaced once and have the same issue after 7000 miles. The front tire Outer tread is wearing out and other owners are reporting tires ripping apart.
Less than 4000 miles- first transmission failed while pulling a large trailer- ford replaced the transmission and the new transmission, only 200 miles later did the same thing when pulling a trailer, up hill. It throws the transmission into 10th gear and you loose all power, Check engine light…
Other Ford F-450 SD years
← 2024 F-450 SD · 2026 F-450 SD →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-450 SD | 2 | 3 |
| 2025 | 2 | 4 |
| 2024 F-450 SD | 8 | 3 |
| 2023 F-450 SD | 5 | 13 |
| 2022 F-450 SD | 24 | 14 |
| 2021 F-450 SD | 18 | 12 |
| 2020 F-450 SD | 0 | 10 |
| 2019 F-450 SD | 3 | 9 |
| 2018 F-450 SD | 0 | 7 |
| 2017 F-450 SD | 1 | 11 |
| 2016 F-450 SD | 1 | 3 |
| 2015 F-450 SD | 1 | 4 |
| 2014 F-450 SD | 1 | 4 |
| 2013 F-450 SD | 2 | 8 |
| 2012 F-450 SD | 3 | 7 |
| 2011 F-450 SD | 6 | 8 |
| 2010 F-450 SD | 3 | 6 |
| 2009 F-450 SD | 3 | 5 |
| 2008 F-450 SD | 68 | 3 |
| 2007 F-450 SD | 16 | 1 |
| 2006 F-450 SD | 35 | 1 |
| 2005 F-450 SD | 40 | 4 |
| 2004 F-450 SD | 33 | 2 |
| 2003 F-450 SD | 16 | 5 |
| 2002 F-450 SD | 14 | 4 |
| 2001 F-450 SD | 23 | 7 |
| 2000 F-450 SD | 43 | 5 |
| 1999 F-450 SD | 66 | 9 |
| 1998 F-450 SD | 1 | 2 |
| 1997 F-450 SD | 4 | 3 |
| 1996 F-450 SD | 2 | 2 |
| 1995 F-450 SD | 2 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Ford F-450 SD?
Owners most often report power train, wheels problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2025 Ford F-450 SD?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2025 Ford F-450 SD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-450 SD model years, the 2025 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.