Ford F-450 Super Duty Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Ford F-450 Super Duty, across 6 model years (2009–2014). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Ford F-450 Super Duty years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No F-450 Super Duty model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2011 F-450 Super Duty: 2 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2010 F-450 Super Duty: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Ford F-450 Super Duty problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ford F-450 Super Duty model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 F-450 Super Duty | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2013 F-450 Super Duty | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2012 F-450 Super Duty | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2011 F-450 Super Duty | 2 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2010 F-450 Super Duty | 1 | 3 | — | Tires | |
| 2009 F-450 Super Duty | 0 | 3 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ford F-450 Super Duty years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (2), 2010 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Ford F-450 Super Duty?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Ford F-450 Super Duty have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.