KnownCarProblems2015 Ford F-250 SD Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 296 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Ford F-250 SD, most often about the steering (43% of complaints, typically around 68,000 miles). It is 4th of 27 F-250 SD model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2015 Ford F-250 SD problems
Steering
126 complaints · 43%Half of these problems showed up before 68,000 miles.
Driving 55 MPH on hwy 161 in ar (in motion) when I hit a rough spot about 2' bump that completely crossed the lane I was driving in, the front wheels shook so violently I was about to lose control when the steering locked up. I had to bring the vehicle to a complete stop before I could regain control of the steering.…
"death wobble" my truck is experiencing a violent shacking of the steering whee ( death wobble) when you hit a bump or pothole at highway speeds.
Suspension
123 complaints · 42%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles. Parts named most often: front.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford f-250. While driving over 65 MPH across bumps in the road, the vehicle shook violently and vibrated. The contact indicated that the shaking and vibration would cease after the speed was reduced to less than 45 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to…
I have a 2015 f250 6.7 platinum powerstroke with 78k on it and I'm experiencing the "Ford death wobble." I can not get a straight answer from anybody and I'm stick with this issue. The truck is not even safe to drive. As soon as my speed reaches around 50mph I get an uncontrollable front end shaking, to the point…
Engine
46 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 38,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.
The contact owned a 2015 Ford f-250. The contact stated while starting the vehicle in his garage, the RPM raised to 500 before the vehicle turned off. The contact stated on the third attempt to turn on the vehicle the engine exploded and caught fire. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford f-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the rear nox sensor. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure…
Fuel system
34 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 82,000 miles. Parts named most often: pneumatic, fuel filter.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford f-250. The contact stated while pulling a trailer and driving 65 MPH, the check engine warning light and powering down warning message were illuminated. The contact stated that he continued driving for a mile before the vehicle started to decelerate. The contact parked on the side of the…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford f-250 the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed diesel particulate filter. The contact was informed that the diesel particulate filter needed to be…
Other or unspecified
31 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 74,000 miles.
In 2018 Ford extended the warranty period on their DEF heaters. The warrant included 2011, 2012 f250 thru f550. The warrant also included 2013, 2014, 2015 f 450 and f 550 but excluded the f250 and f 350. In researching this particular problem, I see a number of people who are having this exact issue with the 2015 f…
The first time it occurred the truck was five years old I was driving on an interstate highway at highway speed, passed over an expansion joint of a bridge, entire truck began to shake uncontrollably, I thought a had blown a tire, but as I slowed to pull to the side of the road, the truck "smoothed out" and I was able…
Wheels and tires
26 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 68,000 miles. Parts named most often: pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
Delinte dx10 tires have tread separation. Had the defect not been discovered there would have been a blowout. Tire size is lt275/75r18 made by sentury tire, dx11 tires had a recall in april 2020
Hello, on highway going between 60-70 miles an hour, it goes into a death wobble that nearly threw truck off road. Very scary situation. Appears from reading online this had been an ongoing issue with Ford f250 pickup trucks from reading online consumer complaints.
Transmission
19 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 38,500 miles.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford f-250. While the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle accelerated without warning. The contact managed to keep his foot on the brake pedal and place the vehicle in park. When the vehicle was turned off and restarted, it resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to bill utter Ford…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford f-250. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the transmission shift indicator light suddenly began to switch before the vehicle abruptly jolted forward and stopped driving. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission was damaged…
Brakes
12 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 40,500 miles.
F250 death wobble my 2015 f250 pick-up truck is only three years old with 38,000 miles and it has the death wobble. When driving on the highway at 50 MPH or higher, pressing the brake and hitting a bump in the road causes the vehicle to go into an uncontrollable wobble. It is called the death wobble. It happens every…
Purchased car with 8 miles on it in 2015.both batteries were defective and had to be replaced .one battery blew up, and the other caught on fire.not sure if that caused anymore extensive damage. The car is dragging when I start it now.dealer at koons Ford in md.says he cant find anything wrong.took the car to liberty…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2015 Ford F-250 SD recalls
Backup camera: camera
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25v270. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning september 8, 2025.
Full defect summary
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 vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk: If the vehicle is in "reverse" while the while the gear selection shows "drive," unexpected movement could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on may 6, 2014. Owners may contact fords customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14c04.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 super duty trucks manufactured september 13, 2013, through march 28, 2014, and equipped with 6.2l gasoline or 6.7l diesel engines and 6r140 transmissions. An error with the transmission control software may be such that while shifting from "park" to "drive" the vehicle may display "drive" but possibly engage "reverse" for 1.5 seconds before engaging "drive." therefore, the vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Sogefi secondary diesel fuel filter leak
Summary
The office of defect investigations (odi) has received 27 complaints alleging diesel fuel leaks due to a fracture in the secondary fuel filter housing in model year (my) 2015-2021 ford motor company (ford) f-250, 350, 450, and 550 super duty vehicles equipped with 6.7l diesel engines. Of these complaints, 12 describe an engine compartment fire. The proximity of the secondary fuel filter to high heat sources creates a potential for autoignition thermal events and fires. Odi has contacted the vehicle manufacturer, ford, and the filter manufacturer, allevard sogefi USA (sogefi), and learned that the low-pressure fuel system is capable of a maximum operating pressure of 8.5 bar, while the second
Vehicle commanded engine shutdown
Summary
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
Questions about the 2015 Ford F-250 SD
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford F-250 SD?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (126 complaints, typically around 68,000 miles); suspension (123 complaints, typically around 80,000 miles); engine (46 complaints, typically around 38,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2015 Ford F-250 SD have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 3, 2025 (backup camera). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2015 a bad year for the Ford F-250 SD?
- It is 4th of 27 F-250 SD model years by number of complaints, with 296 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.