Is the 2019 Ford F-450 SD reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford F-450 SD?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 Ford F-450 SD have?

9 recalls on file for this model year.

2019 Ford F-450 SD

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2019 Ford F-450 SD
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:48:10.848Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 3
Recalls: 9
Investigations: 3
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2019: 3 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1991	6
1992	3
1993	5
1994	3
1995	2
1996	2
1997	4
1998	1
1999	66
2000	43
2001	23
2002	14
2003	16
2004	33
2005	40
2006	35
2007	16
2008	68
2009	3
2010	3
2011	6
2012	3
2013	2
2014	1
2015	1
2016	1
2017	1
2018	0
2019	3
2020	0
2021	18
2022	24
2023	5
2024	9
2025	2
2026	3

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.

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2019 F-450 that came with continental hsr tires as the OEM tire. The truck has had 2 separate incidents where a steer tire (One passenger side, one driver side) has had chunks of tread break off of the tire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-27

Also filed under Equipment

Service brakes

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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Complete brake system failure with only 830 miles on the vehicle. On July 19, 2019 while approaching an intersection on e. Causeway approach in mandeville, la.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-22

Power train

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

Equipment

1 of 3 total reports mentions: equipment.

Safety timeline

9 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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2018-10-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 2019-12-12 Power tailgate opens unintended
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2018-12-07Power train18V802000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty and F-450 Super Duty vehicles.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will inspect the transmission case, replacing the transmission as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 7, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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2019-05-31Engine, equipment19V278000 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 and previously remedied under...

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge.

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2019-11-25Exterior lighting19V808000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2019 F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty trucks. The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may not dim when the headlight switch is moved into the "On" position.

Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C10.

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2020-01-22Latches/locks/linkages19V864000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks equipped with an electric tailgate latch release switch mounted in the tailgate handle.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate/frame wiring harnesses by adding jumper pigtails to isolate the tailgate release control circuits and will install a new tailgate handle release switch, free of charge.

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2020-01-22Seat belts, structure19V880000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCrew Cab vehicles with carpet flooring.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply heat resistant tape to the carpet and its insulation, and modify the B-Pillar insulation as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020.

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2021-01-15Recall queryClosed 2024-01-10 Power Tailgate Release Systems
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2022-06-02Back over prevention22V252000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 F-150, Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.

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2023-07-14Back over prevention22V644000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2020 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental vehicles equipped with the 360-degree camera system.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S51.

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2023-07-21Equipment23V420000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles.

Remedy: Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023.

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2024-05-09Preliminary evaluationOpen Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak
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2026-01-13Back over prevention25V572000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger...

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026.

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Buy-smart checklist

2019 Ford F-450 SD — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 18V802000 · Power train
Recall 19V278000 · Engine, equipment
Recall 19V808000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 19V864000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Recall 19V880000 · Seat belts, structure
Recall 22V252000 · Back over prevention
Recall 22V644000 · Back over prevention
Recall 23V420000 · Equipment
Recall 25V572000 · Back over prevention

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Ford F-450 SD reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford F-450 SD?: The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Ford F-450 SD have?: 9 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.