2009 Ford F-250 SD
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 23
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 23 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 39 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 249 |
| 2000 | 233 |
| 2001 | 288 |
| 2002 | 245 |
| 2003 | 178 |
| 2004 | 254 |
| 2005 | 295 |
| 2006 | 274 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 141 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 122 |
| 2012 | 57 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 39 |
| 2025 | 17 |
| 2026 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
7 of 23 total reports mention: suspension.
Steering
7 of 23 total reports mention: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Ford F-250 SD. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact noticed a vibration from the front end of the vehicle. The failure progressed until the front end would shake violently.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-06
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 23 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Ford f-250. While driving 65 MPH the cleaning exhaust and stop engine, warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the technician replaced the heat sensor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-10-05
Wheels
3 of 23 total reports mention: wheels.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Ford F250 sd. The contact stated that there was a crack in the front passenger side wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they provided no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-14
Engine
2 of 23 total reports mention: engine.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2020-12-21Equipment, steering, suspension20E090000 Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks.
Remedy: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Ford F-250 SD — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20E090000 · Equipment, steering, suspension
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2009 Ford F-250 SD reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford F-250 SD?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Ford F-250 SD have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.