MYRModel Year Report

2019 Ford F-350

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2019 Ford F-350
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of 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
452
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2019

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

58% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2019: 452 complaints 2019 452 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2012 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2019: 452 complaints 2019 452 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2012 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2019: 452 complaints 2019 452 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 88 complaints

2019: 452 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19892
199131
199252
1993101
199496
1995134
1996130
1997155
199812
1999413
2000304
2001160
2002116
200390
2004159
2005114
2006145
200736
2008131
200928
20100
2011136
2012149
201376
201491
2015190
2016187
2017480
2018194
2019452
2020182
202188

Known problem areas

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

Steering

58% · 264 reports
CRASHINJURY

Suspension

49% · 222 reports

Most commonly citing front and multiple axle.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

The front tie rod adjusting sleeve pulled apart from the tie rod end. The threads were stripped off so where you can just pull it off and on. It caused me to drive almost into a tree where I lost complete control of the truck.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-23

Wheels

8% · 37 reports

Most commonly citing rim.

CRASH

Structure

5% · 23 reports

Most commonly citing body and tailgate.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

2019 F-350 with 8' bed and approx 1000 miles. 1ST occurrence: departed a campground towing a travel trailer (After doing 3 walk-around safety check prior to departing).

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-07

Also filed under Electrical system

Back over prevention

5% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and camera.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2018-10-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 2019-12-12 Power tailgate opens unintended
  2. ▮
    2019Complaint volume 452 complaints filed for this model year.
  3. R
    2019-06-03Engine18V894000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019.

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    2019-10-21Seats19V633000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's...

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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    2019-10-21Power train19V688000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 F-250 and F-350 vehicles equipped with electronically locking rear differentials. The passenger side rear axle shaft may fail prematurely due to a material issue.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger side rear axle shaft, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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    2020-10-16Power train20V576000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 F-250 and F-350, single rear wheel and dual rear wheel, 4X4 vehicles. The front axles may contain a wheel end yoke that was not properly welded to the axle tube end.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will inspect the front axle wheel yoke weld location. If the weld is found to be inaccurately located, the axle assembly will be replaced free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2020.

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  7. I
    2021-01-15Recall queryClosed 2024-01-10 Power Tailgate Release Systems
  8. I
    2024-05-09Preliminary evaluationOpen Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak

Buy-smart checklist

2019 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 264 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 222 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 37 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 18V894000 · Engine
  • Recall 19V633000 · Seats
  • Recall 19V688000 · Power train
  • Recall 20V576000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Ford F-350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Ford F-350 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford F-350?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Ford F-350 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.