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 | 0 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2025 | 6 | 0 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | — | — | 74 | Good |
| 2022 | 6 | 0 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2021 | 7 | 0 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2020 | 6 | 0 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2018 | 6 | 0 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2017 | 9 | 0 | — | — | 59 | Fair |
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 6 points below the average truck. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford F-250 Super Duty reliable?+
The Ford F-250 Super Duty scores 67/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 54 recall campaigns and 0 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 77/100 with 3 recalls and 0 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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