2015 Ford F-250

◆ Worse than typical
2015 Ford F-250
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had 30% to 100% more 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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F-250 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2015 highlighted. 1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 107 complaints 1992: 119 complaints 1993: 130 complaints 1994: 123 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: 195 complaints 2009: 54 complaints 2009 2010: 73 complaints 2011: 248 complaints 2012: 266 complaints 2013: 95 complaints 2014: 142 complaints 2014 2015: 273 complaints 2015 2016: 275 complaints 2017: 1082 complaints 2018: 382 complaints 2019: 1151 complaints 2019 2020: 253 complaints 2021: 158 complaints 2022: 116 complaints 2022
2015: 273 complaints
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YearComplaints
198911
19904
1991107
1992119
1993130
1994123
1995184
1996176
1997304
199856
1999581
2000326
2001220
2002156
2003116
2004153
2005144
2006221
200760
2008195
200954
201073
2011248
2012266
201395
2014142
2015273
2016275
20171082
2018382
20191151
2020253
2021158
2022116

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 44%

44% of complaints: steering — 121 distinct reports on file.

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The truck started jerking back and forth(left and right) while driving down the hwy at 70 mph, continued to do so at lower speeds as well. Safety was at risk as it was dark and the truck was jerking back and forth with passengers inside.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230916

SUSPENSION 42%

42% of complaints: suspension — 116 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 13%

13% of complaints: engine — 35 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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The contact owned a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the contact noticed fire coming from the front hood of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250718

WHEELS 8%

8% of complaints: wheels — 21 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 17 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

2015 — complaint volume: 273
I 20150113 — RQ (closed 20160315)

Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown

R 20190509 — equipment

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and E-450, 2015 F-250 and F-450, 2016 E-450, 2017 E-350, F-450 and E-450, 2018 F-350, 2010 E-450, 2005-2006 E-450, 2009 E-450 and Chevrolet C4500-based...

Remedy: VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists will work with ASA to notify the owners, and remedy the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.

Campaign 19V401000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20240509 — PE (open)

Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak

R 20251016 — back over prevention

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42.

Campaign 25V270000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 Ford F-250 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (121 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (116 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (35 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V401000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V270000 (back over prevention) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2009 ▲ 1998 ▲ 2007

WORST YEARS

■ 2019 ■ 2017 ■ 1999

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Ford F-250 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Ford F-250 is rated "worse than typical".

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

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Ford F-250 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.