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2015 Ford F-350 SD Problems & Recalls

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

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Steering — runs 5.1× the fleet median for that category across the 1647 model-years tracked on this site.
207Complaints
4Recalls
3Crashes
7Fires
1Injured
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 (31.9% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Steering complaints here are 5.1× 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
Steering66 · 31.9%RecalledRecall 20E090000
Suspension63 · 30.4%No official action
Engine37 · 17.9%Investigation closedRQ14005 → recall 15V175000
Fuel/propulsion System22 · 10.6%Under investigationPE24014
Power Train16 · 7.7%RecalledRecall 15V175000 · Recall 14V204000
Wheels13 · 6.3%No official action

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

STEERING66 · 31.9%
SUSPENSION63 · 30.4%
ENGINE37 · 17.9%
Unspecified / other26 · 12.6%
POWER TRAIN16 · 7.7%
WHEELS13 · 6.3%
BACK OVER PREVENTION13 · 6.3%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM12 · 5.8%
SERVICE BRAKES5 · 2.4%

Percentages are the share of the 207 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 — 4 campaigns

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

NHTSA campaign 15V175000 · 2015 · reported 03/25/2015

Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

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

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

“Driving on interstate transition from East bound on I-10 to AZ 101 North turning left the truck starting shaking and i had no control slowed…”NHTSA complaint 11463429 — filed 05/04/2022 · STEERING
“Over 5 times my truck become uncontrollable at highway speeds; 60mph or greater. A seam, groove, joint or other minor imperfection in the road instigates…”NHTSA complaint 11461253 — filed 04/18/2022 · STEERING
“Extreme steering wheel and front end shake and wobble at 55MPH.”NHTSA complaint 11457880 — filed 03/22/2022 · 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-350 SD?

Steering issues are the most-reported category, cited in 66 of 207 NHTSA complaints (31.9%), followed by suspension (63), engine (37), unspecified/other issues (26). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Ford F-350 SD have?

207 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 09/08/2026. Of those, 3 involved a crash, 7 involved a fire, and 1 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Ford F-350 SD have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 15V175000. 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-350 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.