MYRModel Year Report

2009 Ford F-250

▲ Better than typical
2009 Ford F-250
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:54:30.442Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
54
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2009

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Steering

61% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 107 complaints 1992: 119 complaints 1993: 131 complaints 1994: 125 complaints 1994 1995: 184 complaints 1996: 176 complaints 1997: 304 complaints 1998: 56 complaints 1999: 581 complaints 1999 2000: 326 complaints 2001: 220 complaints 2002: 156 complaints 2003: 116 complaints 2004: 153 complaints 2004 2005: 144 complaints 2006: 221 complaints 2007: 60 complaints 2008: 196 complaints 2009: 54 complaints 2009 54 2010: 73 complaints 2011: 248 complaints 2012: 266 complaints 2013: 95 complaints 2014: 142 complaints 2014 2015: 273 complaints 2016: 275 complaints 2017: 1,082 complaints 2018: 382 complaints 2019: 1,151 complaints 2019 2020: 253 complaints 2021: 158 complaints 2022: 116 complaints
1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 107 complaints 1992: 119 complaints 1992 1993: 131 complaints 1994: 125 complaints 1995: 184 complaints 1995 1996: 176 complaints 1997: 304 complaints 1998: 56 complaints 1998 1999: 581 complaints 2000: 326 complaints 2001: 220 complaints 2001 2002: 156 complaints 2003: 116 complaints 2004: 153 complaints 2004 2005: 144 complaints 2006: 221 complaints 2007: 60 complaints 2007 2008: 196 complaints 2009: 54 complaints 2009 54 2010: 73 complaints 2011: 248 complaints 2012: 266 complaints 2013: 95 complaints 2013 2014: 142 complaints 2015: 273 complaints 2016: 275 complaints 2016 2017: 1,082 complaints 2018: 382 complaints 2019: 1,151 complaints 2019 2020: 253 complaints 2021: 158 complaints 2022: 116 complaints 2022
1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 107 complaints 1991 1992: 119 complaints 1993: 131 complaints 1993 1994: 125 complaints 1995: 184 complaints 1995 1996: 176 complaints 1997: 304 complaints 1997 1998: 56 complaints 1999: 581 complaints 1999 2000: 326 complaints 2001: 220 complaints 2001 2002: 156 complaints 2003: 116 complaints 2003 2004: 153 complaints 2005: 144 complaints 2005 2006: 221 complaints 2007: 60 complaints 2007 2008: 196 complaints 2009: 54 complaints 2009 54 2010: 73 complaints 2011: 248 complaints 2011 2012: 266 complaints 2013: 95 complaints 2013 2014: 142 complaints 2015: 273 complaints 2015 2016: 275 complaints 2017: 1,082 complaints 2017 2018: 382 complaints 2019: 1,151 complaints 2019 2020: 253 complaints 2021: 158 complaints 2021 2022: 116 complaints

2009: 54 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
198911
19904
1991107
1992119
1993131
1994125
1995184
1996176
1997304
199856
1999581
2000326
2001220
2002156
2003116
2004153
2005144
2006221
200760
2008196
200954
201073
2011248
2012266
201395
2014142
2015273
2016275
20171,082
2018382
20191,151
2020253
2021158
2022116

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

61% · 33 reports

Most commonly citing gear box (other than rack and pinion).

Show complaint excerpts

While driving at freeway speeds (typically above 50mph) the vehicle will have extended steering oscillation (violent shaking of the steering wheel) after going over normal expansion joints in the roadway and other roadway bumps.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-09

Also filed under Suspension

While in motion, this vehicle has had violent shaking at highway speeds 60-70MPH and at low speeds of 30-40MPH. The steering wheel violently shakes from side to side along with the entire truck shaking violently.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-24

My truck going highway speeds has had numerous issues with death wobble.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-19

Also filed under Suspension

Suspension

54% · 29 reports

Most commonly citing stabilizer bar and shock absorber.

Show complaint excerpts

Driving highway speed, after hitting rough area, front end starts to shake violently causing almost loss of control. Took to Ford dealer in laredo, tx and was repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-02

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

Wheels

11% · 6 reports

Engine

9% · 5 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2009 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the cruise control was inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-04

Tires

7% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

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    2011-04-14Tires11T002000 Continental tire is recalling certain contitrac tr tires, size LT275/70R18 125/122S outline white letters and black sidewall, and contitrac, size LT275/70R18 125/122S, black sidewall, produced from…

    Remedy: Continental tire will notify owners and replace the affected tires free of charge. The safety recall began on April 14, 2011. Owners may contact continental customer service toll-free at…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2009 Ford F-250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 33 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 29 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 11T002000 · Tires
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2009 Ford F-250 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Ford F-250 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford F-250?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 61% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Ford F-250 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.