2015 Ford F-350 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Ford F-350.

20142016
Complaints
313
Crashes
5
Fires
10
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2015 Ford F-350 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#166 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:92,966 mi
Crash-related:1
#263 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:101,378 mi
Crash-related:1
#337 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:54,691 mi
Fires:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Ford F-350.

Steering Defects
66
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
92,966
Suspension Failures
63
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
101,378
Engine Problems
37
complaints
Crashes
Fires
3
Avg Miles
54,691
Fuel System
22
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
47,093
Transmission / Drivetrain
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
47,247
Wheel Issues
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
252,000
Electrical Faults
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
46,735
Backup Camera
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
98,260
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
46,000
Tire Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
19,883
Wipers & Visibility
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
6,500
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication:Pipes, Hoses, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Diesel Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Diesel:Delivery:Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Other:Fuel Filter
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Other:Pneumatic:Delivery:Pipes, Hoses, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Linkages:Drag:Link:Connection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Ford F-350

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,627,441 vehicles.

25V572000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~1,456,417 affected

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.

25V270000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~160,729 affected

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.

15V175000Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
~6,322 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.

14V204000Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
~3,973 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks manufactured September 13, 2013, through March 28, 2014, and equipped with 6.2L gasoline or 6.7L diesel engines and 6R140 transmissions. An error with the transmission control software may be such that while shifting from "Park" to "Drive" the vehicle may display "Drive" but possibly engage "Reverse" for 1.5 seconds before engaging "Drive." Therefore, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."

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2015 Ford F-350 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Ford F-350 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2015 Ford F-350 has 313 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 66 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Ford F-350?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (66 complaints, avg 92,966 mi); Suspension Failures (63 complaints, avg 101,378 mi); Engine Problems (37 complaints, avg 54,691 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Ford F-350?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 84,775 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Ford F-350?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Ford F-350 include 5 crash-related reports, 10 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Ford F-350 have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,627,441 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 Ford F-350?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford F-350 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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