How many electrical complaints does the 2012 Ford F-250 have?

NHTSA lists 29 Electrical System complaints for the 2012 Ford F-250, which is 9% of the 323 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2012 Ford F-250 electrical system?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this component on the 2012 Ford F-250.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2012 Ford F-250 is 70,000 miles.

Are the electrical issues dangerous?

NHTSA records show 4 fires and 1 crash tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2012 Ford F-250, with no reported injuries.

How does 2012 compare to other F-250 years for electrical complaints?

The 2012 model's 9% share of complaints tied to the electrical system is higher than most nearby years like 2013 (6%) and 2015 (3%), though later years such as 2022 (17%) and 2023 (30%) show higher shares.

2012 Ford F-250 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA received 29 Electrical System complaints for the 2012 Ford F-250, 9% of that year's 323 total complaints, with 4 fires reported. Median mileage at failure was 70,000. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Electrical System complaints: 29; 9% of 323
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 70,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report smoke or burning fumes coming from the dashboard, doors, or wiring harness, sometimes leading to a fire.
Several owners describe the engine stalling or shutting down unexpectedly at highway or city speeds, with warning lights and alarms activating first.
Some complaints mention the vehicle failing to restart after a stall, requiring a tow to the dealer.
Multiple reports cite repeated EGT sensor failures causing the truck to shut off or not restart.
One owner described windshield wipers locking on and other electronic switches malfunctioning until replaced.

When 2012 Ford F-250 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 25, 2012, latest Jun 3, 2026.

29 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2012 to Jun 2026; peak Jan 2015 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2012 Ford F-250

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by F-250 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20106 (6%)
201119 (5%)
201229 (9%)
20137 (6%)
201411 (7%)
201510 (3%)
201626 (9%)
201757 (5%)
201813 (3%)
201936 (3%)
202030 (11%)
202122 (13%)
202220 (17%)
202313 (30%)
202412 (32%)
20253 (19%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2012 Ford F-250 have?: NHTSA lists 29 Electrical System complaints for the 2012 Ford F-250, which is 9% of the 323 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2012 Ford F-250 electrical system?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this component on the 2012 Ford F-250.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2012 Ford F-250 is 70,000 miles.
Are the electrical issues dangerous?: NHTSA records show 4 fires and 1 crash tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2012 Ford F-250, with no reported injuries.
How does 2012 compare to other F-250 years for electrical complaints?: The 2012 model's 9% share of complaints tied to the electrical system is higher than most nearby years like 2013 (6%) and 2015 (3%), though later years such as 2022 (17%) and 2023 (30%) show higher shares.