MYRModel Year Report

2020 Ford F-350

◆ Worse than typical
2020 Ford F-350
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:02:24.174Z

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-350 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 highlighted. 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 95 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: 88 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 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints 2021
2020: 182 complaints
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YearComplaints
19892
199131
199252
1993101
199495
1995134
1996130
1997155
199812
1999413
2000304
2001160
2002116
200388
2004159
2005114
2006145
200736
2008131
200928
20100
2011136
2012149
201376
201491
2015190
2016187
2017480
2018194
2019452
2020182
202188

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 27%

27% of complaints: power train — 49 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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The contact owned a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, towing a boat he heard a loud popping noise. The contact stated that the rear wheels were locked in place, and skid.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240617

STEERING 19%

19% of complaints: steering — 34 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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Steering shaft came apart causing the vehicle to go out of control. Yes inspection is available. Vehicle went into opposing traffic and hit barrier on opposite side of road. Vehicle was inspected by No warning lamp

NHTSA ODI report, 20240504

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL 17%

17% of complaints: fuel system, diesel — 31 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 8%

8% of complaints: engine — 14 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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The contact owned a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 80 mph when the vehicle started emitting a smoke odor. Shortly after smoke started coming from the vents of the vehicle. There were no warning lights.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220608

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 11 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
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We were leaving Kerrville Tx around [XXX] on our way to Colorado for a fishing trip. We got to Colorado City Tx 3:45pm to refuel and grab a late lunch, we left at 4:30pm.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250328

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20191021 — seats

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.

Campaign 19V633000 — check if this car was fixed

▮ 2020 — complaint volume: 182
R 20210111 — power train

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-350 trucks equipped with 7.3L gas engines and ambulance prep packages. These vehicles were ordered with Wide Track rear axles, but were built with base (narrower) axles.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will rebuild the rear axle as a Wide Track axle on vehicles already built.

Campaign 20V599000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210115 — RQ (closed 20240110)

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BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (49 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (34 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, diesel issues (31 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V633000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V599000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1991 ▲ 2007 ▲ 1992

WORST YEARS

■ 2017 ■ 2019 ■ 1999

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FAQ

Is the 2020 Ford F-350 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Ford F-350 is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ford F-350?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Ford F-350 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.