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2015 Ford F-250 SD Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 09/08/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Steering — runs 6.8× the fleet median for that category across the 1647 model-years tracked on this site.
296Complaints
3Recalls
8Crashes
6Fires
7Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Steering (42.6% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Steering complaints here are 6.8× the median for that category across the 1647 model-years tracked on this site.

An open NHTSA investigation (PE24014, opened May 2024) covers Fuel/propulsion System, but no recall has been issued for it yet.

3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Steering126 · 42.6%RecalledRecall 20E090000
Suspension120 · 40.5%No official action
Engine44 · 14.9%Investigation closedRQ14005 → recall 15V175000
Wheels22 · 7.4%No official action
Fuel/propulsion System20 · 6.8%Under investigationPE24014
Power Train19 · 6.4%RecalledRecall 14V204000

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

STEERING126 · 42.6%
SUSPENSION120 · 40.5%
ENGINE44 · 14.9%
Unspecified / other31 · 10.5%
WHEELS22 · 7.4%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM20 · 6.8%
POWER TRAIN19 · 6.4%
SERVICE BRAKES12 · 4.1%
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL11 · 3.7%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9 · 3%

Percentages are the share of the 296 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 3 campaigns

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA campaign 14V204000 · 2014 · reported 04/17/2014

If the vehicle is in "Reverse" while the while the gear selection shows "Drive," unexpected movement could occur, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering

NHTSA campaign 20E090000 · 2020 · reported 12/10/2020

If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 25V572000 · 2025 · reported 09/04/2025

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“TWICE NOW IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS I HAVE STRUCK A BUMP IN THE ROAD AT 60 MPH THAT CAUSED THE STEERING TO SHAKE SO…”NHTSA complaint 11373772 — filed 11/09/2020 · STEERING
“THE VEHICLE FRONT END BEGINS TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY, SOMETIMES WITH A BUMP IN THE ROAD, OR WHEN I APPLY THE BRAKES. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO…”NHTSA complaint 11364381 — filed 10/14/2020 · STEERING
“THE VEHICLE WILL START TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY WHEN TRAVELING AT SPEEDS OF 30-50 MILES AN HOUR IF THE ROAD IS NOT SMOOTH. IT DOES NOT…”NHTSA complaint 11354983 — filed 09/14/2020 · STEERING

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford F-250 SD?

Steering issues are the most-reported category, cited in 126 of 296 NHTSA complaints (42.6%), followed by suspension (120), engine (44), unspecified/other issues (31). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Ford F-250 SD have?

296 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 09/08/2026. Of those, 8 involved a crash, 6 involved a fire, and 7 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Ford F-250 SD have any recalls?

Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 14V204000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 Ford F-250 SD's reported problems?

3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. NHTSA has an open investigation (PE24014) into fuel/propulsion system that has not led to a recall. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 09/08/2026.