2012 Ford F-250 SD

Recalls

1 recall names the 2012 Ford F-250 SD. Newest first.

• Equipment

  Dec 9, 2020NHTSA 20E090000102 vehiclesEquipment

  Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy

  Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Steering18
2. Engine15
3. Suspension14
4. Engine and engine cooling13
5. Electrical system10
6. Service brakes4
7. Fuel/propulsion system4
8. Unknown or other3
9. Power train3
10. Wheels3

Latest complaints

• Feb 27, 2023NC
  Steering · Suspension · Unknown or other

  Ford super duty has been in shop for death wobble numerous times and when we get vehicle back still is the issue. Very unsafe and hard to stable once it starts. Even auto shop people when thought fixed drove and scared them. Whole truck shakes uncontrollably. Very poor on Ford for no recall with this happening. Why buy truck if you can’t drive it for work duties.

• Jan 8, 2020LA168,000 mi
  Steering · Suspension · Wheels
  While traveling east bound on interstate 10 crossing over siegen lane, truck passed over small bump in interstate and started to violently shake the entire truck almost to the point of no control. I immediately pulled over to inspect my truck. There was no damage and all tires were in good…

  While traveling east bound on interstate 10 crossing over siegen lane, truck passed over small bump in interstate and started to violently shake the entire truck almost to the point of no control. I immediately pulled over to inspect my truck. There was no damage and all tires were in good condition. When I started again the vehicle was fine. This was the first of 12 incidents of what I have come to know from research as the "death wobble". I have taken my truck the the ford dealership on numerous occasions and have spent thousands of dollars to correct the issue to no avail. The problem persists and ford cannot figure out the issue. This IS the most unnerving experience. This was a $70000 vehicle which has been kept up to date on all maintenance and repairs. The vehicle has not been wrecked or ever take off road. This IS obviously a defect in engineering and seems to be a common problem with this model truck.

• Jul 25, 2019IL70,000 mi
  Steering · Suspension
  Vehicle mileage approximately 70,000. at speeds between 35-65 mph any minor bump will cause truck to begin to vibrate throughout the steering system and subsequently wobble violently. Applying the brakes makes it worse until the truck slows down below 35mph. The truck IS not able to be steered…

  Vehicle mileage approximately 70,000. at speeds between 35-65 mph any minor bump will cause truck to begin to vibrate throughout the steering system and subsequently wobble violently. Applying the brakes makes it worse until the truck slows down below 35mph. The truck IS not able to be steered during this event. I have taken it to several reputable mechanics and they have assured me this discrepancy IS in many f-250s and no one has the complete solution. I contacted ford motor company customer service and they have no interest or expectation of a recall. they did tell me to take it to a ford dealership for repair. the local ford dealership gave me a quote to replace- tie rods, tie rod ends, ball joints, drag link, and 'steering components'. they said it was the second truck brought in this week. the would warranty the parts but not the problem and this would help eliminate which components were the culprit. so in effect I'D be paying to rebuild the front end and not necessarily fix the most dangerous experience in I've had in a vehicle. nhtsa please do a recall on this vehicle and help hold ford accountable.

• May 8, 2019MA80,700 mi
  Steering

  On highway driving about 55 mph lost control of vehicle no death wobble they speak of but went into next lane over and could not control truck until speed was lower. This happened at least three times already sent it into shop front end tight had all the tires replaced front end aligned still pulls left and right.

• Apr 13, 2019PA140,000 mi
  Steering

  Death wobble - have been experiencing violent shaking and instability while at speeds of 55-65 mph. Steering wheel can almost be shaken out of my hands with a tight grip. solution IS to slow to below 25mph. then start over. wobble starts sometimes on its own or if hitting small uneven surface such as bridge/road joint.

• Apr 1, 2019WV87,000 mi
  Electrical system

  Vehicle has had random times when it just cut off completely or it IS unable to start. this has been ongoing since the vehicle was purchased used in 2015. dealer has recently identified a defect in the brb but the repair expense IS exorbitant due to time involved.

• Feb 20, 2019MA48,000 mi
  Steering · Suspension

  Owned truck for less than a year, I had less than 50,000 miles on truck and had 'death wobble' on highway multiple times. After a $1000+ bill from the dealership, it still happens but not to the same extent as originally.

• Nov 26, 2018MO90,000 mi
  Suspension

  Experiencing what IS known as "death wobble". when hitting a small bump in the pavement, vehicle begins shaking (sometimes violently). must apply brakes and slow speed to remedy

• Nov 21, 2018SC80,000 mi
  Steering · Suspension · Wheels
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 ford F-250 sd. While driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle started to wobble violently. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact mentioned that the only way to stop the wobble was to reduce the speed. The contact also stated that the failure occurred…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 ford F-250 sd. While driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle started to wobble violently. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact mentioned that the only way to stop the wobble was to reduce the speed. The contact also stated that the failure occurred one other time. The vehicle was taken to kenly ford inc (500 s garner ave, kenly, nc 27542) where the steering arm and torsion bar were replaced, and an alignment was performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

• Jul 24, 2018CO49,775 mi
  Electrical system
  Driving on a highway at about 65 mph ,my truck stoped running. The computer said it was low on oil,it was not. This happened approx. 6 more times before I got home. I didn't where a ford dealer was so I took my truck to a truck repair shop,the truck stopped 3 more times. They fixed a wireing…

  Driving on a highway at about 65 mph ,my truck stoped running. The computer said it was low on oil,it was not. This happened approx. 6 more times before I got home. I didn't where a ford dealer was so I took my truck to a truck repair shop,the truck stopped 3 more times. They fixed a wireing problem in the engine compartment, thay charged me 526.58 for the repairs. Ford would not reimburse me. Has this been a problem?

• Dec 15, 2017SD
  Suspension

  Death rattle you hit bump in highway and starts to shake all over, like the wheels are going to fly off.

• May 30, 2017AZ48,309 mi
  Tires
  On highway at 50 mph when rear passenger tire exploded. tire fragments tore and bent fender well metal causing $2700 damage. Steel belts were broken across the tire in two locations on the circumference. fender and tire replaced. Likely would have caused severe bodily injury or death if a…

  On highway at 50 mph when rear passenger tire exploded. tire fragments tore and bent fender well metal causing $2700 damage. Steel belts were broken across the tire in two locations on the circumference. fender and tire replaced. Likely would have caused severe bodily injury or death if a person had been standing next to the tire. (Primary reason for filing this report) just prior to the explosion, my wife sensed a vibration and stopped to inspect tires. No obvious defects were found. After proceeding approximately 1 mile, the incident occurred. Tire was returned to bf goodiidge after which they claimed no responsibility. Pictures of tire and vehicle damage available

• Jan 19, 2017TX
  Electrical system · Engine
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that the egt 14 sensor failed to function properly. The failure occurred twice. There was no warning indicator of "stop safely now" along with five chimes sounding as indicated in the owner's manual. While driving approximately 70 mph…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that the egt 14 sensor failed to function properly. The failure occurred twice. There was no warning indicator of "stop safely now" along with five chimes sounding as indicated in the owner's manual. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who replaced the egt sensor. In addition, the vehicle stalled while on an off ramp exiting the highway without warning. The diesel exhaust warning indicator stated that the fluid was low; however, when the contact checked, it was full. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and all the sensors were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was not available.

• Oct 26, 2016CA98,000 mi
  Steering · Suspension

  At speeds between 40-60 mph the front of the truck shakes/vibrates violently. The truck becomes dangerous and IS no longer steerable unless you stop completely.

• Sep 11, 2016VA56,000 mi
  Engine
  Radiator leak from drivers side lower portion. Same as previous model year issues. Ford currently warranties earlier production, but will not extend to 2011 and up. Truck has only 56000 miles on it. Leak occurs after vehicle has reached operating temperature and IS parked and/or turned off.…

  Radiator leak from drivers side lower portion. Same as previous model year issues. Ford currently warranties earlier production, but will not extend to 2011 and up. Truck has only 56000 miles on it. Leak occurs after vehicle has reached operating temperature and IS parked and/or turned off. Inspection conducted by ford discovered tank crimping has failed and truck needs a new radiator. I am not the only one with this issue, but still nothing IS being done to correct it.

• Aug 5, 2016CO28,796 mi
  Engine
  On the first day of an extended trip with our truck and rv, we arrived at camp to discover a major coolant leak. The truck did not give us any warning messages that anything was wrong. We had the truck towed to the closest ford dealer. Thank goodness this problem happened in camp, rather than on an…

  On the first day of an extended trip with our truck and rv, we arrived at camp to discover a major coolant leak. The truck did not give us any warning messages that anything was wrong. We had the truck towed to the closest ford dealer. Thank goodness this problem happened in camp, rather than on an isolated road where we could have been 100+ miles away from any sort of service. it turned out that both the water pump and radiator had failed, with under 29,000 miles on the truck. The water pump was covered under warranty, but the radiator was not. The ford service manager advised us that they had already replaced several radiators this year, with leaks in the same place (driver's side lower corner). We also did some checking on the internet and learned that this failure seems fairly common. The radiator should not have failed in such a short amount of time, with limited miles on our truck.

• Jul 14, 2016CT20,000 mi
  Engine · Latches/locks/linkages · Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal failed to respond while the vehicle was in reverse. Prior to the failure, an unknown sensor was replaced by the dealer. The gear was shifted into drive and the vehicle was driven to the driveway. The vehicle…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal failed to respond while the vehicle was in reverse. Prior to the failure, an unknown sensor was replaced by the dealer. The gear was shifted into drive and the vehicle was driven to the driveway. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. In addition, coolant leaked from the reservoir into the valley of the engine and the four power door locks would intermittently unlock when driving. On a separate occasion, in extremely cold weather, the engine failed to start. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer. The contact was uncertain of the repair that was performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

• Jul 10, 2016WA36,000 mi
  Service brakes
  Brakes are spongy have blown through stop light twice without time to pump brakes. Dealer replaced front calipers resurfaced rotors and replaced pads at my expense no improvement. pedal travels 1/2 to 3/4 to floor on initial braking without significantly slowing vehicle, better each time you pump…

  Brakes are spongy have blown through stop light twice without time to pump brakes. Dealer replaced front calipers resurfaced rotors and replaced pads at my expense no improvement. pedal travels 1/2 to 3/4 to floor on initial braking without significantly slowing vehicle, better each time you pump brakes. while towing trailer gain has to be on full so trailer brakes can help stop vehicle, vehicle brakes are insufficient. took truck back to ford of kirkland after spending $1000 and was told braking IS normal, drove a friends 2011 F250 and brakes are much better. the lack of response on the pedal has created more than 1 near accident and should be addressed by ford fully as a safety issue. the lack of brake pedal response IS consistent regardless of type of driving or speed and has been on going since about 36,000 miles. truck currently has 48,000 miles.

• May 18, 2016VT39,900 mi
  Electrical system · Visibility/wiper

  Windshield wipers were locked on when the vehicle was on. Independent of weather. no way to turn off until electronic switches that control the wipers, blinkers, and high beams were replaced. problem started on the highway in motion. Rt 89 n vermont. continued untilled repaired. Part number was sw-6874.

• Apr 11, 2016OH20,000 mi
  Steering · Suspension · Unknown or other
  Several times, after hitting a small bump in the road, generally at speeds over 50 mph, I have experienced an extreme "shimmy" in the front end of the vehicle causing limited control. I took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs, however, they could not determine the cause and after replacing…

  Several times, after hitting a small bump in the road, generally at speeds over 50 mph, I have experienced an extreme "shimmy" in the front end of the vehicle causing limited control. I took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs, however, they could not determine the cause and after replacing several parts they were still not able to resolve the problem. I took the vehicle to a private repair shop and had several other parts replaced and still no resolution to the problem. Balancing and tire pressure have been maintained by the dealer as well as other certified mechanics. Due to the loss of control when this wobble occurs, I am afraid to drive the vehicle

• Apr 10, 2016TX90,000 mi
  Air bags · Electronic stability control (esc)
  I currently have 122,000 miles on my truck and it's all stock, even the tires are the same type as oem. For over 2 years and about 60,000 miles I continually have the same dash warning lights come on; hill decent control & advanced track. The bad part about this IS that they don't just come on and…

  I currently have 122,000 miles on my truck and it's all stock, even the tires are the same type as oem. For over 2 years and about 60,000 miles I continually have the same dash warning lights come on; hill decent control & advanced track. The bad part about this IS that they don't just come on and remain as active system warnings, they will flash on, alert me, then go off and then come back on. So when I click "ok" to silence them, they only stay silenced for that occurrence. So when they go off then come back on, it alerts me again and again, and again. I've been on road trips where it will continue this the entire road trip. There IS no established or average time that the stay on, it's random. When these alerts appear, while they are active the airbag light comes on. I don't get an alert that the airbags are in fault, I just get a dashboard light. So I can only assume that the airbags aren't working while these faults are active. I've taken it to ford dealers multiple times for this while it was still under warranty and they claim that no fault codes appear and that they couldn't duplicate the issue. I've even had a dealership try to charge me for this. I took it to one dealership and they said it would be a $100 diagnostic fee to attempt to find it. I mentioned the safety issue but they didn't seem to care. Upon request I can provide pictures of my dash while they are active and possibly dealership receipts where they documented it.

• Mar 29, 2016NJ68,000 mi
  Steering
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 ford F-250 sd. While driving various speeds, the vehicle hit a bump in the road and the contact lost control. The vehicle was maneuvered to the shoulder of the road. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that a front tie rod end failed and needed to…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 ford F-250 sd. While driving various speeds, the vehicle hit a bump in the road and the contact lost control. The vehicle was maneuvered to the shoulder of the road. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that a front tie rod end failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred the following day. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 68,000. updated 05/17/16*lj *tr

• Mar 14, 2016MD29,000 mi
  Service brakes · Steering · Suspension
  The vehicle has 34,000 highway miles on it. This issue first began on I95 @ 29,000mi. When hitting a bump, such as bridge expansion joint, the vehicle begins to shake uncontrollably. The brakes do not work properly when this happens because the tires are bouncing off the road surface causing ABS…

  The vehicle has 34,000 highway miles on it. This issue first began on I95 @ 29,000mi. When hitting a bump, such as bridge expansion joint, the vehicle begins to shake uncontrollably. The brakes do not work properly when this happens because the tires are bouncing off the road surface causing ABS activation. The shaking gets worse until it comes almost to a stop. Very dangerous on the highway in lane 1 at 75 mph with cars all around. The problem IS related to the track bar. This problem IS unsafe and well documented on sites such as youtube. The track bar issue does occur on solid axel 4X4 vehicles with high mileage (200,000) but not on low mileage trucks like my F250. I have replaced track bar ball joint and problem was fixed but has now wore our again causing a recurrence of the issue. Very dangerous effecting steering and braking. I can send video of this occurring if needed.

• Jan 29, 2016AZ200,048 mi
  Engine
  I have experienced twice now with my 2012 F-250 super duty with the 6.7 diesel engine. On friday january 22ND and was similar to a previous event involving a sudden and unexpected acceleration of my truck while in drive. Both instances have occurred from the truck being in a parked position with…

  I have experienced twice now with my 2012 F-250 super duty with the 6.7 diesel engine. On friday january 22ND and was similar to a previous event involving a sudden and unexpected acceleration of my truck while in drive. Both instances have occurred from the truck being in a parked position with the engine off. upon starting the truck and shifting into drive, I begin to pull forward approximately 20 to 40 feet and prepare to stop prior to entering traffic or repositioning. The truck will suddenly accelerate and lunge forward. Fortunately in both instances my right foot IS lightly on the break preparing to stop when this happens. I immediately depress the brake with a constant and hard pressure as the truck's rpm IS in the 2500 to 3000 range and I can feel the truck wanting to surge forward. the first time this occurred I happened to be pulling up behind my son who was in his vehicle and very nearly missed crashing into him. I had to immediately shift into neutral and shut the truck off. on the second occasion I was repositioning around a vehicle when again the truck unexpectedly accelerated and I came with 6 to 8 feet of impacting a concrete light post base. Upon shifting into neutral the truck revved up to approximately 3500 to 4000 rpm and again I shut the truck off. after both instances the truck was restarted and appeared to drive normally. in both cases the service center was unable to identify the cause and related that they did not find any 'error codes' or other electronic recorded events relating to what I have experienced and again the pcm was reprogrammed. The truck IS still under warranty and currently has only 20064 miles on it.

• Sep 25, 2015LA59,200 mi
  Engine

  The radiator has a leak at 59,200 miles. this should be a recall!

Defect investigations

NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.

• Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown

  RQ14005Opened Jan 13, 2015Closed Mar 15, 2016Recall 15V175000
  The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this RQ to investigate allegations that the scope and remedy of safety recall 13V-535 were inadequate. Recall 13V-535 was limited to a relatively small population of Ambulance Package vehicles and ODI received complaints of pickup trucks and Fire Engine Prep Package…

  The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this RQ to investigate allegations that the scope and remedy of safety recall 13V-535 were inadequate. Recall 13V-535 was limited to a relatively small population of Ambulance Package vehicles and ODI received complaints of pickup trucks and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles being affected by the same defect. Ford manufactured approximately 555,985 subject vehicles between February 22, 2010 and January 30, 2015 that may be affected by defective EGT sensors and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration. The subject vehicles are equipped with four (4) EGT sensors to monitor engine operating conditions. An EGT sensor fault may produce false exhaust over-temperature signals. If these signals are produced, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) implements a Failure Management Effects Mode (FMEM) and the driver receives a Stop Safely Now (SSN) system warning on the instrument cluster message center. The FMEM triggers a 70% reduction in available engine power over a period of no more than 45 seconds, during which it may not be possible to accelerate or maintain vehicle speed. The PCM then commands the engine to shut down when vehicle speed reaches approximately 1 mph. There is no immediate restart capability. Depending on the PCM software calibration, ignition key position and ambient temperature conditions, the engine may not restart until the end of a 10-60 minute cool down period.Ford and its component supplier(s) made numerous changes to the PCM software calibration and the design, material and manufacture of the EGT sensors over the period of subject vehicle production. This continuous product improvement affected vehicle performance regarding the alleged defect. Ford acknowledges the defect condition in the subject vehicles but argues that an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety is limited to Ambulance Package and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles where commanded shutdown could impact emergency response and patient care. Ford also argues that the defect trend is in decline. Ford also initiated a new safety recall (15V-175) to address the 13V-535 remedy concerns in the Ambulance Package vehicles and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles. The 15V-175 remedy reprograms the PCM with a new software calibration that stops a single EGT sensor fault to cause the vehicle to enter the FMEM shutdown mode.Ford also initiated an EPA emissions recall (14E03) for all subject vehicles that reprograms the PCM with the software calibration employed in safety recall 15V-175. Finally, Ford initiated a Customer Satisfaction Program (15M01) providing extended warranty coverage of 8 years or 80,000 miles for the the EGT sensors on certain MY2011-2012 subject vehicles.Due to the EPA emissions recall, that had a 66.6% completion rate in Ford's December 2015 progress report to the EPA, the defect trend is in decline. ODI is not aware of any crashes, deaths or injuries related to the alleged defect.ODI believes the alleged defect poses a safety risk but notes that the EPA emissions recall is addressing the safety problem.Compelling issuance of a duplicate recall would not represent a wise use of agency resources.Accordingly, this Recall Query is closed.This action is not a finding that no defect exists and NHTSA will take further action if such action is warranted.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11008948While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions.
• 10254138All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is lost, follow these steps to recover the code. Dealer Key Code access is granted through the Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES); dealership management can authorize users. The authorized user must go to FMCDealer.com > Parts and Service > Parts Product Line Information > Keys/Entry Devices > Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the master code for the accessory keypad.
• 10249483Certain 2011-2012 Model Year F-Series Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Diesel Engine State Inspection and Maintenance Test Failure Due to DTCs P2073 and/or P2074 Adding owner letter and corrected dealer bulletin. First Part submitted 11/01/23
• 102491752024 F-Super Duty vehicles are equipped with XL-22 (WSS-M2C184-A1) high temperature power steering fluid that looks like clear hydraulic fluid. This fluid is an improvement in high temperature and thermal oxidative stability compared to Mercon LV. This power steering fluid is also compatible and highly recommended to use when filling or topping off power steering systems of all 2012-2023 F-Super Duty vehicles originally equipped with Mercon LV.
• 10248068Certain 2011-2012 Model Year F-Series Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with 6.7L Diesel Engine State Inspection and Maintenance Testing Failure Due to DTCs P2073 and/or P2074
• 10244684Customer Satisfaction Program 22N14 Supplement #1 Certain 2011-2012 Model Year F-Series Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Diesel Engine - State Inspection and Maintenance Test Failure Due to DTCs P2073 and/or P2074
• 102377892011-2023 F-Super Duty and 2016-2024 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience this elevated idle to reduce unburned hydrocarbons from the SCR. The powertrain control module estimates hydrocarbon levels in the SCR and may increase idle speed to remove them. Idle speed will be increased to 1000 RPM for ambient temperatures near 26C (80F) and may increase to 1200 RPM at -40 C (-40F). Vehicles may exhibit exhaust smoke and diesel exhaust fluid smell during elevated idle condition. Exhaust smoke and smell condition will not affect reliability or durability of the engine. Power take-off (PTO) use and idle set point control will disable elevated speed. It is required that the operator monitor the vehicle and adhere to any Exhaust Filter warning messages.
• 10235153For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (VIN) from a different vehicle. Most modules on these affected vehicles are VIN/vehicle specific and hardware variations between modules do exist. Swapping a module from a vehicle or ordering a module using a different vehicle/VIN can cause ineffective repairs and additional vehicle down time. Make sure all appropriate Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures are followed when diagnosing the condition prior to all module replacements and only order modules using the correct VIN.
• 10228867Some 2011-2022 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine may exhibit a ticking noise at idle after an engine oil change. It is often referred to as Typewriter Noise because of its similarity to the sound of a mechanical typewriter. When engine temperatures reach 150 F (65 C) or higher, (from engine idle up to approximately 1700 RPM's), this noise can typically be heard at the front wheel well and is often isolated to the transmission bell housing or oil pan area. Typewriter Noise is not detrimental to engine function or durability and has no short or long term effects on the engine. Do not attempt repairs to eliminate this noise. This noise is characteristic of the 6.7L diesel engine and will typically cease or diminish significantly within the oil change maintenance interval.
• 10222521Certain 2011-2012 Model Year F-Series Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Diesel Engine Powertrain Control Module Reprograming for Inspection and Maintenance Testing
• 10211955Certain 2011-2014 Model Year Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Diesel Engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooler with Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0401 and/or P2457 - In some of the affected vehicles, customers may experience an illuminated malfunction indicator light due to the EGR cooler becoming plugged with hydrocarbon or soot at high mileage. Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) for EGR cooler efficiency below threshold (DTC P0401) and/or insufficient EGR flow at idle (DTC P2457) are stored when the malfunction indicator light is illuminated.
• 102093842011-2022 F-Super Duty and 2016-2023 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience this elevated idle to reduce unburned hydrocarbons from the SCR. The powertrain control module estimates hydrocarbon levels in the SCR and may increase idle speed to remove them. Idle speed will be increased to 1000 RPM for ambient temperatures near 26C (80F) and may increase to 1200 RPM at -40 C (-40F). Vehicles may exhibit exhaust smoke and diesel exhaust fluid smell during elevated idle condition. Exhaust smoke and smell condition will not affect reliability or durability of the engine. Power take-off (PTO) use and idle set point control will disable elevated speed. It is required that the operator monitor the vehicle and adhere to any Exhaust Filter warning messages.
• 10209377Some 2011-2012 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P2073 and/or P2074 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to the software in the PCM. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the PCM.
• 10206863Customer Satisfaction Program 21M04 Certain 2011-2014 Model Year Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Diesel Engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooler with Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0401 and/or P2457
• 10205475Some 20112014 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engine may experience an exhaust leak due to broken exhaust manifold studs. New parts have been released to service this condition. Replace the exhaust manifold on the side with a broken stud. On cylinders 1,2,3,5,6 and 7 use stud part number W715713-S431. If replacing the studs on cylinders 4 and/or 8 use stud part number W717172-S900 and replace both studs and install new spacers and heat shields on the affected side(s). Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 303-01. Part numbers: heat shield left side, FC3Z-9Y427-A and DC3Z-9A462-B for the right side. Spacer part number FC3Z-00810-A. Exhaust manifold part numbers: DC3Z-9430-A (right) and DC3Z-9431-A (left). Exhaust Manifold Gasket FC3Z-9448-A. Exhaust Manifold Nut W701706-S430.
• 102050296.7L Diesel - fuel knock at idle with malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) Illulminated with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS)
• 10205025602L/6.8L - Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCSF) P0627, P025B, P025A, and/or U019 - Built on or before 04/06/2016
• 10205022Torqshift Transmission - Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0751, P0730 and/or P2700
• 102050146.7L Diesel - Fuel knock at idle with malfunction indicat or lamp (MIL) Illuminated with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCSF)
• 102049996.7L Malfunction indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminatedc with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS p208E, p218F, p204F
• 1020498749 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - March 2016 Air bag warning light illuminated with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B141B and/or B141C
• 1020498649 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - January 2016
• 10204983Exterior Mirror - Tubular stainless steel west cpast style mirror - Loose mounting bracket
• 10194421Some 2011-2021 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine may have engine oil in the exhaust after turbocharger replacement for various reasons. To correct the condition, remove the exhaust and stand the exhaust up with the turbocharger inlet side facing down using a suitable drain pan. Allow the exhaust to drain for at least 24 hours and reinstall. Do not perform a manual exhaust regeneration.
• 10186678Some 2005-2021 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z-54024A38-A includes an installation instruction sheet
• 101865672011-2021 F-Super Duty and 2016-2021 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit a high/elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience this high/elevated idle to reduce buildup of unburned hydrocarbons from the SCR system. The powertrain control module (PCM) estimates hydrocarbon levels in the SCR and may increase idle speed to remove them. Idle speed will be increased to 1000 revolutions per minute (rpms) for ambient temperatures near 26C (80F) and may increase to as high as 1200 rpms at -40 C (-40F). These elevated idle periods can last from 20-40 minutes, depending on ambient temperatures. During power take off (PTO) use and already using idle set point control, the elevated speed is disabled. It is required that the operator monitor the vehicle and adhere to the Exhaust Filter warning messages.
• 10183761Some 2012-2016 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 6.8L engine built on or before 4/6/2016 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with DTCs P0627, P025A, P025B and/or U0109 stored in powertrain control module (PCM) memory.
• 10179325Some 2011-2020 F-Super Duty, 2015-2019 Transit, 2016-2021 F-650/F-750 and 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L, 3.2L or 3.0L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P207F, P20EE, P229F, P2201 and/or P24AE. This may be a result of using aftermarket cleaning liquids or tools for the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler or intake. Ford does not recommend the cleaning of diesel intakes or EGR coolers using any aftermarket tool that injects a cleaning foam or liquid substance into the EGR cooler or intake. Using these types of fluids can result in sodium poisoning of the NOx and particulate matter (PM) sensors resulting in degraded operation and permanent damage to the after treatment system. Use of these cleaning tools may void the emissions warranty of the hot end after treatment exhaust system and the attached emissions sensors.
• 10170992Some 2005-2020 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z-54024A38-A includes an installation instruction sheet
• 10164598Some remanufactured 6.7L diesel engines recently installed in 2011-2014 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a lack of power with engine oil temperature (EOT) exceeding 125C (257F) under loads. This may also be accompanied by REDUCED ENGINE POWER being displayed in the message center and the coolant temperature gauge indicating H. This symptom may be due to a missing metering cup plug in the upper oil pan causing reduced oil flow through the oil cooler. Remanufactured engines built on 1-Mar-2019 and through 13-May-2019 may be affected. If a vehicle exhibits this concern, use the Report a Vehicle Concern link at the bottom of the OASIS tab and submit a report. Include the engine serial number and engine build date in the report. The dealership may be contacted for further details and possible repair direction.
• 10164508Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid can attack the glass and cause visual distortion and/or discoloration on the outer surface which cannot be removed by further cleaning. If this type of distortion is found, inspect the area of the glass that is covered by the cowl and/or molding. The portion of glass that is covered by the cowl or molding will not be affected by the acid. Hydrofluoric acid damage is not a defect in material or workmanship and is not a warrantable condition.
• 10164497For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA and negative battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-BA are available for this type of repair. Do not cut or shorten the battery cable, instead carefully remove the affected battery cable clamp and clean the cable end as necessary to preserve wire length. Some rework may be necessary for some vehicle environments. Bend the new positive battery cable clamp as needed and crimp it to the existing battery cable. Make sure to use heat shrink tubing over the battery cable to battery cable clamp connection. Obtain the heat shrink tube locally.
• 10162082Some 2011-2019 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may come in for scheduled maintenance on the engine mounted fuel filter. When reconnecting a fuel line quick connect fitting back onto the engine mounted fuel filter housing, push the connector all the way onto the fuel filter connection port. For some vehicles, you may need to depress a retainer clip to lock the quick connect port into place. Once the fitting is latched fully onto the connection port, pull straight backward on the fuel line to verify it is fully latched onto the connection port. Do not bend the fuel line connection when pulling to verify it is connected. Refer to Workshop Manual sections 310-00 for details on quick connect fittings.
• 10160931On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/transmission alignment dowel pins are present as well as the engine crankshaft dowel pin, if equipped, when installing the transmission. Failure to adequately lubricate the converter hub greatly increases the likelihood of the flexplate cracking in the future. Missing dowels may cause a misalignment issue also resulting in a premature failure. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01.
• 10160885Some 2005-2019 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z-54024A38-A includes an installation instruction sheet
• 10160871Some 2011-2016 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine may exhibit a lack of power and/or illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0299 in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to the charge air cooler (CAC) outlet tube assembly becoming disconnected at the throttle body or a separation at the CAC tube crimp clamp. To resolve this concern, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the CAC outlet tube assembly.Follow the service procedure steps to correct the condition.
• 10159494SSM 47948 - 2010-2019 Various Vehicles - Turbocharged Engines - Oil Supply Filter Replacement When Replacing The Turbocharger Or The Turbocharger Oil Supply Tube For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related concerns, all steps within the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedure must be followed including replacement of all mandatory discarded parts. When specified in the WSM, the turbocharger oil supply filter must be replaced whenever the turbocharger or the turbocharger oil supply tube are replaced. Turbocharger bearing failure may occur if oil starvation occurs due to a restricted filter.
• 10156889Some 2011-2019 F-Super Duty 6.7L diesel equipped vehicles may exhibit a ticking/tapping noise traced to the reductant injector.
• 10156600Some 2012-2016 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a battery cable clamp corrosion concern at the positive battery terminal. It is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness CC3Z-14300-A for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA is available and can be used to replace just the corroded terminal. Do not cut or shorten the battery cable, but instead remove the corroded battery cable clamp and clean the cable end as necessary. Bend the new battery cable clamp as needed and crimp it to the existing battery cable. Make sure to use heat shrink tubing over the battery cable to battery cable clamp connection. Obtain the heat shrink tube locally.
• 10155577Some 2011-2019 F-Super Duty 6.7L diesel equipped vehicles may exhibit a ticking/tapping noise traced to the reductant injector.

Every Ford F-250 SD model year

Bars are owner complaints, dots mark years with recalls. Select a year to open its report.