Is the Ford F-250 Super Duty Reliable?
1967–2026 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other trucks — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 5 | — | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2025 | 5 | 8 | 2 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2024 | 4 | 25 | 2 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2023 | 12 | 41 | — | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2022 | 9 | 81 | 4 | — | 53 | Fair |
| 2021 | 5 | 103 | — | — | 52 | Fair |
| 2020 | 9 | 177 | 5 | — | 39 | Poor |
| 2019 | 6 | 902 | 9 | — | 34 | Poor |
| 2018 | 7 | 303 | 5 | — | 34 | Poor |
| 2017 | 9 | 886 | 7 | — | 34 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the F-250 Super Duty Compares to Similar Vehicles
The F-250 Super Duty scores 24 points below the average truck. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Ford F-250 Super Duty Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 2531 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford F-250 Super Duty reliable?+
The Ford F-250 Super Duty scores 49/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 69 recall campaigns and 2531 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year F-250 Super Duty is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 F-250 Super Duty achieved the highest reliability score of 59/100 with 3 recalls and 5 complaints.
How many miles does a F-250 Super Duty last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Ford F-250 Super Duty owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used F-250 Super Duty will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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