2024 Ford F-350 SD

▲ Better than typical
2024 Ford F-350 SD
RENDERED 2026-09-16T04:26:58.032Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F-350 SD Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2024 highlighted. 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1999: 142 complaints 1999 2000: 157 complaints 2001: 158 complaints 2002: 124 complaints 2003: 132 complaints 2003 2004: 130 complaints 2005: 217 complaints 2006: 127 complaints 2007: 25 complaints 2007 2008: 101 complaints 2009: 19 complaints 2010: 50 complaints 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 29 complaints 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 7 complaints 2015: 17 complaints 2015 2016: 21 complaints 2017: 92 complaints 2018: 7 complaints 2019: 13 complaints 2019 2020: 5 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2022: 110 complaints 2023: 41 complaints 2023 2024: 44 complaints 2024 2025: 14 complaints 2026: 6 complaints 2026
2024: 44 complaints
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YearComplaints
19930
19940
19952
19960
19973
19983
1999142
2000157
2001158
2002124
2003132
2004130
2005217
2006127
200725
2008101
200919
201050
201143
201229
20139
20147
201517
201621
201792
20187
201913
20205
20217
2022110
202341
202444
202514
20266

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 43%

43% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing integrated trailer brake control and instrument cluster/panel.

CRASH FIRE
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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, 20250605

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, 20260820

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, 20260729

Also filed under EXTERIOR LIGHTING

POWER TRAIN 14%

14% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing column shift.

CRASH
SERVICE BRAKES 11%

11% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 11%

11% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.

STEERING 9%

9% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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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, 20250327

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20250806 — back over prevention, structure

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.

Campaign 24V806000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20251008 — back over prevention

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.

Campaign 25V315000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260325 — electrical system, exterior lighting

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.

Campaign 26V104000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2024 Ford F-350 SD — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (19 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 24V806000 (back over prevention, structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V315000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 26V104000 (electrical system, exterior lighting) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ▲ 2011 ▲ 2010

WORST YEARS

◆ 2005 ◆ 2001 ◆ 2000

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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 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.