2015 Ford F-450 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2015 Ford F-450 ranks Best among 21 model years, with a complaint index of 15 and 7 total complaints. Engine problems dominate at 71% of complaints, but no crashes, fires, or injuries were reported.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 15/100
- #18 of 21 F-450 years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 7
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 6
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Engine
Top 2015 Ford F-450 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine5 (71%)
- Fuel System1 (14%)
- Other1 (14%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (14%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Engine stalls suddenly while driving at highway speeds, sometimes with the warning indicator illuminating first.
- Fuel pump and module failures have led to stalling that recurs even after repair attempts.
- Owners report a 'limp home' mode triggered by low fuel pressure or reduced engine power warnings, cutting speed unexpectedly on the highway.
- A rear suspension issue produced a noise that forced a commercial shuttle driver to pull over and stop the vehicle.
2015 Ford F-450 recalls
6 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 25V270000Apr 23, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras160,729 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Risk: A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view 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 October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-082.
- NHTSA 19V401000May 29, 2019Other22 vehicles
Equipment
VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and E-450, 2015 F-250 and F-450, 2016 E-450, 2017 E-350, F-450 and E-450, 2018 F-350, 2010 E-450, 2005-2006 E-450, 2009 E-450 and Chevrolet C4500-based Type I and Type III ambulances equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The monitors may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
Risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists will work with ASA to notify the owners, and remedy the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.
2015 compared with other F-450 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Ford F-450 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2015 F-450 earns a Best verdict among 21 model years for this model, with a complaint index of 15, the second-lowest rank (18th worst of the years listed).
- What problems does the 2015 Ford F-450 have?
- NHTSA complaints show engine issues make up 71% of reports, including stalling and fuel pressure problems, with a median failure mileage of 8,000 miles. Fuel system and suspension issues each account for 14% of complaints.
- Does the 2015 Ford F-450 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2015 F-450, covering rearview cameras, powertrain control module software, transmission software, and an aftermarket suspension kit. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2015 F-450 compare to other years?
- The 2015 model has a complaint index of 15, far lower than the worst years like 2008 (100), 2022 (95), and 2020 (90), which all carry an Avoid verdict.