2015 Ford F 350 Regular Cab
Common Problems
Ranked from 106 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
15 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Death Wobble
35complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe steering wheel and front end violently shake at high speeds, leading to loss of control.
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Suspension Shaking at High Speeds
26complaintsHigh severitySuspensionThe front end of the truck shakes violently at speeds over 50 mph, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Engine performance issues during regeneration
17complaintsMedium severityEngineDuring regeneration of the diesel particulate filter, the engine loses power and operates roughly, causing difficulty in accelerating and maintaining speed.
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Odometer Fraud
6complaintsHigh severityOtherThere are reports of odometers being tampered with, showing incorrect mileages.
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Powertrain Issues Causing Loss of Control
6complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe powertrain issues cause the vehicle to lose control, especially at highway speeds, leading to potential accidents.
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Back Over Prevention Camera Failure
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe back over prevention camera can display a black or distorted image, leading to poor visibility while reversing.
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Electrical system failures leading to vehicle shutdown
4complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle suddenly shuts down while driving, often due to electrical system failures such as battery corrosion or wiring damage.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Electrical System Issues
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalElectrical systems can fail, leading to issues such as brake light malfunctions or misaligned touch screens.
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Fuel system issues leading to engine stalling
4complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe engine occasionally stalls and the check engine light illuminates, often due to fuel pressure issues or low fuel warnings.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Issues
3complaintsHigh severityEngineThe diesel particulate filter regeneration process causes violent shaking, loss of power, and rough engine operation.
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Service brake issues leading to loss of braking power
3complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe service brakes fail to provide adequate stopping power, increasing the risk of accidents, especially on highways.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Steering wheel sticking or locking up
3complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel randomly sticks when turning left or right, making it hard to control the vehicle and potentially causing accidents.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Loss of Power During Driving
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe vehicle experiences a sudden loss of power during driving, making it difficult to maintain speed or accelerate.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Tire Separation at High Speeds
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe rear tire separates from the rim at speeds around 65 mph, causing severe damage to the truck bed.
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Transmission Control Module Failure
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission control module can cause the vehicle to shift into reverse unexpectedly, posing a safety risk.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.