2019 Ford F-350 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
100/100
#1 most-complained of 16 F-350 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2019 Ford F-350 has 466 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 100, and ranks worst (1st) of 16 model years. Steering (57% of complaints) and Suspension, Wheels & Tires (52%) dominate, with median failure mileage around 20,000-21,000 miles.
- Complaints
- 466
- Recalls
- 11
- Crashes / fires
- 9 / 6
- Injuries / deaths
- 9 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2019 Ford F-350 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering266 (57%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires243 (52%)
- Other44 (9%)
- Structure & Body27 (6%)
- Engine24 (5%)
- Fuel System22 (5%)
- Electrical System21 (5%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras20 (4%)
- Brakes12 (3%)
- Transmission & Powertrain12 (3%)
What owners report
- Owners report sudden, severe steering instability described as "death wobble" at highway speeds of 70+ mph, sometimes recurring after repairs.
- Front tie rod adjusting sleeves have reportedly pulled apart or stripped, causing sudden loss of steering control without any prior impact.
- Some 6.7L diesel engines reportedly caught fire while driving, in one case while towing a trailer at 60 mph.
- Fuel filter lines on top of the 6.7 Power Stroke engine reportedly failed, spraying diesel onto the engine and starting a fire.
- Multiple owners report a "Reduce Power Mode" or "Reduced Engine Power" warning followed by sudden shutdown, sometimes with smoke or a diesel smell.
- Electric tailgate latches reportedly failed or opened unexpectedly, related to a separate recall for water intrusion in the wiring.
2019 Ford F-350 recalls
11 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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 driverâs 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.
- NHTSA 23V420000Jun 9, 2023Other691,133 vehicles
Equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Risk: Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.
- NHTSA 22V644000Aug 26, 2022Collision Avoidance & Cameras277,040 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2020 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental vehicles equipped with the 360-degree camera system. Degradation of the camera's anit-reflective lens coating can lead to a foggy or cloudy rearview camera image.
Risk: Lack of a clear rearview camera image can reduce the driver's visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S51.
2019 compared with other F-350 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Ford F-350 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2019 F-350 ranks worst among 16 model years covered, with a complaint index of 100 and 466 complaints, mostly tied to steering and suspension.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2019 Ford F-350?
- Steering issues make up 57% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 20,000 miles, followed by suspension, wheels, and tires problems at 52% of complaints.
- Does the 2019 Ford F-350 have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 11 recalls for the 2019 F-350, covering areas including rearview cameras, tailgate wiring, seat belt pretensioners, and tire curing dates.
- How does the 2019 F-350 compare to other model years?
- The 2019 F-350 has the highest complaint index (100) of the 16 model years tracked, worse than 2017 (93) and 2016 (80), both also rated Avoid.