Is the suspension a common problem on the 2019 Ford F-250?

Yes. NHTSA lists 698 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2019 F-250, which is 60% of all 1,164 complaints filed for that model year.

What is the "death wobble" owners mention?

It's a term owners use for violent steering wheel and front-end shaking that occurs after hitting a bump or pothole, described repeatedly in NHTSA complaints for this year.

Is there a recall related to this problem?

Yes, recall 21V155000 covers certain 2018-2020 F-250 trucks with Continental tires that may have curing defects; Ford dealers inspect and replace affected tires free of charge.

At what mileage do these suspension issues typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 19,500 miles for suspension, wheels, and tire complaints on the 2019 F-250.

Have there been crashes or injuries linked to this issue?

NHTSA records 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries associated with Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2019 F-250.

2019 Ford F-250 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 698 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2019 Ford F-250, 60% of all 1,164 complaints filed for the year. Owners commonly describe the "death wobble," with 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure is 19,500, and a related tire recall (21V155000) also applies.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 698; 60% of 1,164
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 19,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Steering wheel shakes violently after hitting a bump, pothole, or expansion joint at highway speeds, often described by owners as the "death wobble."
Front end oscillates so hard that drivers report losing control, sometimes running off the road or striking barriers.
Vibration reportedly returns after dealer repairs, with some owners citing repeated wobble episodes on the same wheel or the opposite side.
Some owners link the shaking to steering dampener issues and worn or feathered tires.
One owner reported a fire coming from the front wheel well and engine area while driving at low speed.

When 2019 Ford F-250 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 6, 2019, latest Jul 5, 2026.

698 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2019 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q4 (97).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2019 Ford F-250

NHTSA 21V155000Mar 10, 2021Suspension, Wheels & Tires15,769 vehicles
Tires
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150, 2018-2020 F-250, F-350, and 2019 Escape vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S10.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by F-250 model year

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

201047 (45%)
2011180 (49%)
2012147 (46%)
201355 (47%)
201495 (57%)
2015133 (45%)
2016118 (41%)
2017602 (52%)
2018203 (51%)
2019698 (60%)
202033 (13%)
202119 (12%)
20226 (5%)
20233 (7%)
20242 (5%)
20253 (19%)

Frequently asked questions

Is the suspension a common problem on the 2019 Ford F-250?: Yes. NHTSA lists 698 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2019 F-250, which is 60% of all 1,164 complaints filed for that model year.
What is the "death wobble" owners mention?: It's a term owners use for violent steering wheel and front-end shaking that occurs after hitting a bump or pothole, described repeatedly in NHTSA complaints for this year.
Is there a recall related to this problem?: Yes, recall 21V155000 covers certain 2018-2020 F-250 trucks with Continental tires that may have curing defects; Ford dealers inspect and replace affected tires free of charge.
At what mileage do these suspension issues typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 19,500 miles for suspension, wheels, and tire complaints on the 2019 F-250.
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to this issue?: NHTSA records 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries associated with Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2019 F-250.