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2015 Ford F-350 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

50/100

#11 most-complained of 21 F-350 years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2015 Ford F-350 has 208 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 50 out of 100 — #11 highest of 21 F-350 model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is suspension, wheels & tires (77 complaints, 37% of the total). Complaints report 3 crashes, 7 fires, and 1 injury.

Complaints
208
Recalls
3
Crashes / fires
3 / 7
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
—

Top 2015 Ford F-350 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Suspension, Wheels & Tires77 (37%)
  2. Steering67 (32%)
  3. Engine42 (20%)
  4. Fuel System26 (13%)
  5. Other26 (13%)
  6. Transmission & Powertrain17 (8%)
  7. Electrical System16 (8%)
  8. Collision Avoidance & Cameras13 (6%)
  9. Brakes9 (4%)
  10. Structure & Body5 (2%)
2015 Ford F-350 complaints: complaints filed per quarter232014 Q42016 Q42018 Q42020 Q22021 Q42023 Q22024 Q42026 Q2
306 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2014 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2021 Q4 (23).

2015 Ford F-350 recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V572000Sep 3, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,456,417 vehicles

    Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

    Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

  2. NHTSA 15V175000Mar 25, 2015Transmission & Powertrain6,322 vehicles

    Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.

    Risk: Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.

  3. NHTSA 14V204000Apr 17, 2014Transmission & Powertrain3,973 vehicles

    Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks manufactured September 13, 2013, through March 28, 2014, and equipped with 6.2L gasoline or 6.7L diesel engines and 6R140 transmissions. An error with the transmission control software may be such that while shifting from "Park" to "Drive" the vehicle may display "Drive" but possibly engage "Reverse" for 1.5 seconds before engaging "Drive." Therefore, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."

    Risk: If the vehicle is in "Reverse" while the while the gear selection shows "Drive," unexpected movement could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2014. Owners may contact Fords customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C04.

2015 compared with other F-350 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2013Best158613—
2014Best20985—
2015Caution502083—
2016Avoid802083—
2017Avoid9557313—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Ford F-350 a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2015 Ford F-350 ranks #11 of 21 among F-350 model years (Complaint Index 50/100, verdict: Caution). It has 208 complaints and 3 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford F-350?
The most reported problem areas are suspension, wheels & tires (77 complaints), steering (67 complaints), and engine (42 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 55,000 miles.
Does the 2015 Ford F-350 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2015 Ford F-350, most recently reported 2025, covering collision avoidance & cameras and transmission & powertrain.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.