2019 Ford F-350 Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2019 Ford F-350, about 5% of its 466 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 10,000. A related recall (19V808000) covers Daytime Running Lights that fail to dim.
- Electrical System complaints
- 21
- 5% of 466
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 10,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Backup and surround-view cameras stop working entirely, including the front, side, and tailgate cameras.
- Tailgates open unexpectedly while towing, sometimes causing damage to the trailer or truck, even after the related recall repair was performed.
- After the DRL recall remedy was applied, some owners reported reduced headlight brightness and lower visibility at night.
- Remote start allows the vehicle to be placed in drive without requiring the brake pedal to be pressed first.
- Center console screen, rear-view camera, and radio all go blank at startup, later diagnosed as a failed accessory interface module.
- Trailer brake systems intermittently show a 'wiring fault' or 'trailer disconnected' message even though the wiring and connections test fine.
When 2019 Ford F-350 electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 29, 2019, latest Aug 31, 2025.
Electrical System recalls for the 2019 Ford F-350
- NHTSA 19V808000Nov 12, 2019Electrical System86,296 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2019 F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty trucks. The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may not dim when the headlight switch is moved into the "On" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C10.
Electrical System complaints by F-350 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2019 Ford F-350?
- NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2019 F-350, which is about 5% of the 466 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall related to electrical problems on the 2019 F-350?
- Yes. Recall 19V808000, reported November 12, 2019, covers the Daytime Running Lights not dimming when the headlight switch is turned on; Ford dealers reprogram the Body Control Module free of charge.
- At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2019 F-350 is 10,000 miles.
- Did the electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?
- NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 0 fires linked to complaints in this problem area for the 2019 F-350.
- What specific electrical failures do owners describe?
- Owners describe camera systems going dark, tailgates opening unexpectedly while towing, reduced headlight brightness after the recall fix, remote start bypassing the brake interlock, and trailer brake wiring fault warnings.