Is the 2024 Ford F-350 SD reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Ford F-350 SD is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ford F-350 SD?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Ford F-350 SD have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2024 Ford F-350 SD

▲ Better than typical

2024 Ford F-350 SD
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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: 44
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2024: 44 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1993	0
1994	0
1995	2
1996	0
1997	3
1998	3
1999	142
2000	157
2001	158
2002	124
2003	132
2004	130
2005	217
2006	127
2007	25
2008	101
2009	19
2010	50
2011	43
2012	29
2013	9
2014	7
2015	18
2016	22
2017	94
2018	11
2019	14
2020	5
2021	8
2022	112
2023	41
2024	44
2025	14
2026	8

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

43% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing integrated trailer brake control and instrument cluster/panel.

CRASHFIRE

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Driver and passenger traveling on [XXX] when white smoke came out of dash. Turned onto [XXX] and stopped. Driver and passenger exited truck and opened hood as smoke was becoming more visible and fire started from under dash.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-05

When the truck idles it randomly shuts off completely and shows a sign on dash of 'vehicle may not start/restart please service' then it will disappear. It never shows any codes when hooked to machine in repair shop.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-20

The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that the power windows independently rolled down while the vehicle was parked, causing water to enter the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-29

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Power train

14% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing column shift.

CRASH

Service brakes

11% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Forward collision avoidance

11% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.

Steering

9% · 4 reports

CRASHINJURY

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The contact owned a 2024 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the steering wheel seized, causing the front passenger side to crash into the front driver side of a commercial vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-27

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2025-08-06Back over prevention, structure24V806000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the tailgate top camera, wire harness, TPASIM module, and update the Image Processing Module A (IPMA) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2025.

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2025-10-08Back over prevention25V315000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus,...

Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.

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2026-03-25Electrical system, exterior lighting26V104000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles.

Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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Buy-smart checklist

2024 Ford F-350 SD — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 19 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 24V806000 · Back over prevention, structure
Recall 25V315000 · Back over prevention
Recall 26V104000 · Electrical system, exterior lighting

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FAQ

Is the 2024 Ford F-350 SD reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Ford F-350 SD is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ford F-350 SD?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford F-350 SD have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.