How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2015 Ford F-350 have?

NHTSA lists 17 complaints in this area for the 2015 F-350, which is 8% of its 208 total complaints that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2015 Ford F-350?

Yes. Recall 14V204000 covers transmission software updates for certain 2015 Super Duty trucks with 6.2L gas or 6.7L diesel engines, and recall 15V175000 covers a PCM software update for ambulance/fire package trucks.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2015 F-350?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 51,408 miles.

Did the transmission issues cause any crashes?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2015 F-350.

2015 Ford F-350 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 17 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Ford F-350, about 8% of its 208 total complaints. Two related recalls (15V175000 and 14V204000) cover PCM and transmission software updates. Median mileage at failure is 51,408.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 17; 8% of 208
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 51,408 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report uncontrolled front-end shaking or shuddering at highway speeds, including at 55 mph while turning and while towing at 40 to 50 mph.
Some describe sudden loss of power or the vehicle failing to respond to the accelerator, decelerating unexpectedly at speeds like 30 mph.
Several complaints involve check engine lights tied to a reductant heater control fault (DEF system) that triggers power de-rating.
One owner reported a broken transmission cooler line causing fluid leakage and smoke at very low mileage, around 4,065 miles.
A separate incident describes the truck rolling away on its own after being placed in park, resulting in a crash with no driver present.

When 2015 Ford F-350 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 27, 2015, latest Sep 15, 2026.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2015 to Sep 2026; peak Nov 2015 (1).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2015 Ford F-350

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.
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.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by F-350 model year

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

200518 (5%)
20068 (3%)
20075 (8%)
200814 (6%)
20093 (6%)
20102 (4%)
201113 (7%)
201210 (5%)
20135 (6%)
20148 (8%)
201517 (8%)
201617 (8%)
201723 (4%)
20184 (2%)
201912 (3%)
202053 (28%)
202110 (10%)
202214 (13%)
20234 (10%)
20246 (14%)
20255 (36%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2015 Ford F-350 have?: NHTSA lists 17 complaints in this area for the 2015 F-350, which is 8% of its 208 total complaints that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2015 Ford F-350?: Yes. Recall 14V204000 covers transmission software updates for certain 2015 Super Duty trucks with 6.2L gas or 6.7L diesel engines, and recall 15V175000 covers a PCM software update for ambulance/fire package trucks.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2015 F-350?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 51,408 miles.
Did the transmission issues cause any crashes?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2015 F-350.