2015 Ford F-250 SD

Above average

Owners filed 296 complaints about this vehicle with federal regulators, most often about the steering. It has been recalled 3 times.

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When it fails
020k40k60k90k120k200k
69,361 milesMedian miles at failure

191 complaints record an odometer reading. Failures cluster around 90,000–105,000 miles.

Most common 2015 Ford F-250 SD problems

105 of the 296 complaints (35%) are about the steering.

ComponentReportsCrashesFiresInjuries
Steering105
000
Suspension44
000
Engine40
130
Unknown or Other16
112
Fuel/Propulsion System · fuel and propulsion system14
110
Service Brakes · brakes11
211
Power Train · transmission9
000
Fuel System, Diesel · fuel system9
000
Back Over Prevention · backup camera9
000
Electrical System6
000

2015 Ford F-250 SD steering problems

35% of all complaints

105 of the 296 complaints are about the steering. This is what owners describe:

  • vibrates or shakes67% · 70
  • sets off warning lights on the dash7% · 7

Share of the 105 steering complaints whose text describes each symptom. One complaint can describe several.

Typical mileage
70,000 mi
median of 67 reports
Peak year of filing
2020
25 steering complaints that year
Crashes · fires · injuries
0 · 0 · 0
in these complaints
Recalls on the steering
None
“Entire vehicle shakes/wobbles extremely uncontrollably going a speed around 65; have to slow to avoid an accident and put on hazards. Makes our heart stop not knowing what danger we have been put in when it occurs. Very scary and DANGEROUS to ourselves and others. Occurs with roadways involving dips, highways, ridges of bridges such as bumps or gaps, and/or differences in road, etc. This has occurred multiple times.”
Owner complaint, filed Aug 3, 2025
“[XXX] . My truck has started the death wobble. Driving on interstate and if I hit uneven paving steering wheel and front of truck shakes extremely rough, causing me to hit the breaksand bring my speed down to 40mph or less, In traffic is dangerous INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)”
Owner complaint, filed Sep 30, 2024

Complaints and recalls over time

By year of filing
2014: 1 complaints, 0 about the steering'142015: 21 complaints, 0 about the steering2016: 11 complaints, 2 about the steering'162017: 9 complaints, 4 about the steering2018: 17 complaints, 3 about the steering'182019: 40 complaints, 17 about the steering2020: 42 complaints, 25 about the steering'202021: 43 complaints, 23 about the steering2022: 33 complaints, 12 about the steering'222023: 22 complaints, 7 about the steering2024: 27 complaints, 8 about the steering'242025: 27 complaints, 3 about the steering2026: 3 complaints, 1 about the steering'26Recall 14V204000 (transmission)Recall 20E090000 (equipment)Recall 25V572000 (backup camera)NHTSA investigation PE24014NHTSA investigation RQ14005
All complaintsAbout the steeringRecall (red: the steering)NHTSA investigation opened

Complaints about the 2015 F-250 SD peaked in 2021, with 43 filed that year. No recall on file covers the steering, the subject of 35% of the complaints. In 2026 owners filed 3 so far.

3 safety recalls

Part 573 reports
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera25V572000
Filed Sep 3, 20251,456,417 vehiclesFord Motor Company

Defect. 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.

Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy. 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.

Equipment20E090000
Filed Dec 9, 2020102 vehiclesIcon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC

Defect. 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. 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.

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (tcm/Pcm/Tecm)14V204000
Filed Apr 17, 20143,973 vehiclesFord Motor Company

Defect. 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."

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.

Remedy. 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.

All 3 campaigns on file, newest first.

NHTSA investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Before a recall there is often an investigation: NHTSA opens one when complaints or manufacturer data point to a safety defect. 2 name the 2015 F-250 SD.

Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter LeakPreliminary evaluation PE24014Open
Opened May 9, 2024fuel system

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 …

Vehicle Commanded Engine ShutdownRecall query RQ14005Closed
Opened Jan 13, 2015Closed Mar 15, 2016Led to recall 15V175000electrical system

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 …

Technical service bulletins

142 on file

Repair instructions the manufacturer sent its dealers for the 2015 F-250 SD. Not recalls: the fix is usually free only while the car is under warranty.

engine 43transmission 26electrical system 24equipment 16fuel system 8body and frame 5visibility 5steering 4
25N15 S1Service campaignApr 20, 2026unknown or other

Customer Satisfaction Program 25N15 - Supplement #1 Certain 2015-2019 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Inspection For One-Time Replacement

21M01Service campaignJan 11, 2022engine

Customer Satisfaction Program 21M01 Certain 2013-2016 Model Year F-250-F-550 Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Diesel Engine - Reductant Heater and Sender Assembly Repair

20M06-S2Warranty extensionOct 22, 2021communication

Certain 2015 through 2016 Model Year Super Duty and 2016 through 2019 Medium Duty with 6.7L Diesel Engine; Diesel Particulate Filter Warranty Extension with Diagnostic Trouble Code P2002 REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT Claim Preparation and Submission: Updated Customer Concern Code. Owner Notification Mailing Schedule: Owner Mailing date revised.

20M06-S1Warranty extensionSep 17, 2021engine

Certain 2015 through 2016 Model Year Super Duty and 2016 through 2019 Medium Duty with 6.7L Diesel Engine Diesel Particulate Filter Warranty Extension with Diagnostic Trouble Code P2002

SSM 52188Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 18, 2024steering

2024 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 …

DOR-B8H4Z-11Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 2, 2018steering

This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly may cause a perceptible increase in steering effort.

ASI-45211Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 1, 2015steering

LINCOLN/FORD: ONCE PROCEDURE FOR HEATED STEERING WHEEL MODULE PROGRAM COMPLETED, HEATED STEERING WHEEL FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY AND PASSES NETWORK TEST BUT FAILS ON DEMAND SELF TEST. MODEL 2011-15 FUSION F-150, EXPLORER, TAURUS, SUPER DUTY, MKZ, MKC, MKS, MKT, MKX. *PE

ASI-44680Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 1, 2014steering

FORD: AN ISSUE WITH A SMALL POWER STEERING LEAKAGE OR FLUID RESIDUE AT STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY ON SOME TRUCKS. MODEL 2011-15 F-250, 350 SUPER DUTY. *PE

What owners reported

Newest filings
Steering
Filed Jul 22, 2026TX

We were on vacation driving from [XXX] to [XXX] and experienced the Death Wobble. I though we were going to die. We stopped in [XXX] and took to a dealership there and they replaced the track ball joint for $757.59. We left there and 25 miles down the road it happened again. Went to [XXX] and they kept the truck and we had to rent a truck to continue our vacation. We rent back on our way back to [XXX] and they had replaced the steering stabilizer shock for $733.53 but we were afraid to drive home so we paid for it to be transported back to [XXX]. We had to pay $1414.00 to have it transported back but at least we made it back safe. Experiencing this death wobble 11 times as a passenger has given me PTSD. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Back Over Prevention
Filed Jun 25, 202698,000 milesTX

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed a blank or distorted image. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who inspected it and determined that the vehicle did not meet the requirement to replace the rearview camera. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

Back Over Prevention
Filed Mar 17, 2026140,000 milesNY

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while reversing the back over prevention camera malfunctioned and displayed a black or distorted screen, creating a rear visibility hazard for the driver. The contact indicated that the failure was present after the vehicle had been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V401000 (EQUIPMENT). The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Back Over Prevention
Filed Dec 23, 2025150,000 milesPA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the failure occurred. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse. The message "Rearview Camera not Available" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure obstructed the road's visibility, which prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that a diagnostic test was needed to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Structure › Body
Filed Sep 18, 2025OK

Noted strange "thumping" sound in truck. Took to certified local mechanic who has worked on our vehicles since 2016. This truck has just over 117,000 miles, I am the original owner (ordered while stationed in Afghanistan) and there has never been an accident, there has been no reason for removal of the body from the frame unless the Ford dealership who repaired the missing wire harness when the truck was less than 90 days old had to remove the truck bed. Inspection of vehicle noted the bolts holding the body to the frame were missing. Vehicle is currently being repaired. The risk is the body could have come off the frame and potentially caused bodily or property damage. I contacted Ford but have not received any feedback other than the call center laughing at me for the situation. There were no warning lights on the dash nor codes given to my scanning tool by the vehicle. Mechanic stated this is the third F-Series of this generation they have seen this year with the exact same problem. Truck cannot be moved due to safety concerns, locked out/tagged out of service. Repairs will cost approximately $2,500 including time and materials.

Back Over Prevention
Filed Sep 10, 2025104,327 milesTN

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image appeared blank and occasionally distorted. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,327.

Back Over Prevention
Filed Aug 12, 2025MI

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The rearview camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The failure prevented the contact from safely operating the vehicle. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.

Structure › Body
Filed Aug 10, 2025NE

Fraudulently sold vehicle from Janovich Auto in Omaha, Ne. That does not have correct or proper documentation on vehicles history. Dealership purchased vehicle in New York. And sold it to me in Nebraska. With showing me history and suspect them bring it to Nebraska with proper legal documention.

Suspension
Filed Aug 7, 2025MI

Death wobble

Steering
Filed Aug 3, 2025NC

Entire vehicle shakes/wobbles extremely uncontrollably going a speed around 65; have to slow to avoid an accident and put on hazards. Makes our heart stop not knowing what danger we have been put in when it occurs. Very scary and DANGEROUS to ourselves and others. Occurs with roadways involving dips, highways, ridges of bridges such as bumps or gaps, and/or differences in road, etc. This has occurred multiple times. ([XXX]) was another episode. This is SCARY DANGEROUS! No lights or indications go off. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Back Over Prevention
Filed Jul 28, 2025120,000 milesFL

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse(R), the back over prevention screen failed to properly display an image of the rear of the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The message to “See Dealer" was displayed. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. In addition, the contact related the failure to an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Service BrakesCrash1 injured
Filed Jul 21, 202558,000 milesNC

The contact owned a 2015 Ford F250. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle veered into the lane of oncoming traffic. As a result, the contact's vehicle hit an incoming vehicle head-on. As a result, the brakes failed to function, the contact's vehicle jumped over the embankment, and the vehicle came to a stop about 75 ft. down the embankment. The driver-side and passenger-side air bags did not deploy. Unknown if any warning lights were illuminated. A police report was filed. EMS was called. However, the contact refused to go to the hospital. The contact suffered injuries to the left arm and below the shoulder blade that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The insurance company was notified, and the vehicle was towed to the insurance storage yard. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.

EngineFire
Filed Jul 18, 202550,000 milesVA

The contact owned a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the contact noticed fire coming from the front hood of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact noticed that the fire started before the engine completely started. The contact was the only occupant of the vehicle and was able to exit the vehicle safely. The local fire department was called and extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The vehicle was condemned as a total loss by the insurance company. The contact stated that no injuries were sustained. In addition, the contact stated that there was minor damage to the roof and the garage door of the contact's house. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline and report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

Suspension
Filed Jul 10, 2025103,000 milesTX

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at speeds over 65 MPH, or while driving over a bump in the road, the vehicle experienced the "Death Wobble”, and was shaking violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the suspension, shock absorber, and dampener needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Electrical System
Filed Jun 26, 2025TN

The electical system seems to have a bad connection. This can sometimes be triggered when releasing the parking brake. Most often the issue occurs when driving where all gauges go offline and numerous errors are thrown on the display. Most times you can reconcile the issue by wiggling the wiring harness under the stearing wheel located near the parking brake. This vehicle has not been inspected. I have talked to local repair shops and they have verbally quoted prices too high to trace it down. It does not seem to be temperature related. Unplugging the wiring harnesses and plugging them back in does seem to help for a short period of time. This has occurred over 30 times in the past 2 years. The truck has less than 40,000 miles on it. The truck will not start when it is having this issue but thankfully will continue to run if already started.

Back Over Prevention
Filed Jun 18, 202568,720 milesKS

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that upon attempting to reverse, the back over prevention camera display failed to function. The message "Camera not Available - Please Contact dealer" was displayed. The contact stated there were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,720.

Engine
Filed Jun 3, 2025122,000 milesTN

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that after accelerating from a stop light, the vehicle started to sputter with the check engine warning illuminated. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. While at the dealer, a fault code for the fuel pump failure was retrieved. The contact was informed that shards of metal had entered the fuel system, and the contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 122,000.

Back Over Prevention › Warnings
Filed May 28, 2025VA

Backup camera is only displaying blue screen when in reverse. Symptoms consistent with other 2015 F250s currently under recall, yet my vin is not included for some reason. Issue was reported to Ford, but they refused to checkout the problem or fix it.

Back Over Prevention
Filed May 15, 202596,000 milesFL

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was black or distorted. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (Back Over Prevention). The dealer informed the contact that the rearview camera needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.

Back Over Prevention
Filed May 13, 2025MO

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (Back Over Prevention) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.

Suspension
Filed May 9, 2025TX

Steering wheel shakes violently when going between 55 to 75 mph after hitting bump in road. Commonly known as the “death wobble”. Total loss of control.

Engine
Filed May 8, 2025137,755 milesNC

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the front end of the vehicle started shaking. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the shaking in front of the vehicle ceased. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle started working as intended. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer was not able to find the cause of the failure. The contact related the failure to the death wobble. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact was unaware of the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 137,755.

Fuel System, Other › Fuel Filter
Filed Apr 29, 2025105,000 milesPA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the odor of fuel was present inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that a second motorist alerted the contact that fuel was leaking from underneath the vehicle. The contact stopped to inspect the vehicle and after raising the hood, it was discovered that diesel fuel was leaking from the top fuel filter. The contact later purchased and replaced the fuel filter, and the vehicle was repaired. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 105,000.

Electrical System
Filed Apr 15, 2025285,000 milesLA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the battery warning light had appeared on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where an inspection was performed; however, no defects were found with the vehicle. The contact then stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the instrument panel began to flash as several warning lights appeared on the instrument panel. The contact immediately turned around and headed home. The contact attempted to reverse(R) into the driveway; however, the transmission failed to operate as needed. The contact coasted the vehicle into the driveway and let the vehicle sit for two days. The contact then drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic where a defect with the wiring in the electrical system was found. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact was transferred unknowingly to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 285,000.

Engine
Filed Apr 14, 202561,000 milesCA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for an inspection, the mechanic discovered metal shavings inside the engine oil. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was referred to a Ford dealer for a diagnostic test. The contact was informed that the failure was related to a defective fuel pump. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the independent mechanic. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

Steering
Filed Mar 26, 2025ND

At about 65-70 MPH, upon hitting an mildly rough spot on highway, my 2015 F250 started shaking violently: i.e better known as the Ford "Death Wobble."

Power Train
Filed Mar 25, 2025GA

The investigation into the F-150 sudden transmission Downshifts into a lower gear at highway speeds needs to be expanded and also include F-250 6.7 L diesel. It has happened in my F-250 twice while traveling on the interstate at highway speeds, down shifts from gear 6 to gear 3. VERY DANGEROUS

Suspension
Filed Mar 13, 2025MN

Experienced the so called “death wobble”.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Jan 8, 2025VA

The upper fuel filter plastic housing cracks and leaks fuel on hot parts and has produced fires on other vehicles, not this one. I have had this replaced twice in the past, this will be the third time. There are no warning lamps or other warnings. Only the smell of fuel.

Steering
Filed Jan 3, 2025279,210 milesTX

Death wobble - on numerous occasions we have experienced the death wobble on our vehicle. We have complained to several dealers and done their recommended repairs. We have even purchased new high end tires as recommended with no resolution. We are unable to haul our RV out of fear of an accident. It has occurred at high speeds on the highway and at lower speeds on roads. This is very scary when it occurs. Coming to a full stop in a one lane HOV lane is not only dangerous for us but also dangerous for those traveling behind us. This has been occurring for years with the most recent occurrence this week. After researching we discovered this route to file a complaint.

Unknown or Other
Filed Dec 14, 2024MO

Lethal death wobble , could have easily crashed on the interstate without having both hands on the wheel. This is insane, had the front track bar and front steering stabilizer replaced, still no fix.

Fuel System, Diesel
Filed Nov 19, 2024112,000 milesCA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an odor of burning fuel inside the vehicle. The contact stopped and parked the vehicle at a relative's residence. The contact noticed smoke coming from under the hood. The contact opened the hood and inspected the engine compartment and became aware that the upper filter housing was cracked. In addition, there was fuel spraying into the engine bay. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Steering
Filed Oct 20, 2024TX

While driving on interstate highway I hit a bump and the front end began to wobble until I could brake and stop I took it to my front end shop and spent ~ $2K Next trip after repair had same problem when I hit a bump. After two more returns to the same shop and almost all parts replaced the truck did it again last week This continued wobble could be deadly and needs to be fixed. I plan to call ford but cannot believe this is not a recall issue

Steering
Filed Sep 30, 2024LA

[XXX] . My truck has started the death wobble. Driving on interstate and if I hit uneven paving steering wheel and front of truck shakes extremely rough, causing me to hit the breaksand bring my speed down to 40mph or less, In traffic is dangerous INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Steering
Filed Sep 16, 2024150,000 milesMI

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving and exceeding 60 MPH, while driving over a bump or pothole in the roadway, the vehicle started shaking violently in the front end. The driver depressed the brake pedal, and the vehicle decelerated to 30 MPH. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to Customer Satisfaction Program: 20N04. The local dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the steering damper rod needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and informed the contact that there was no recall for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Suspension
Filed Sep 5, 2024320,000 milesGA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the contact experienced a death wobble. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was shaking violently. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the front suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 320,000.

Engine
Filed Aug 23, 2024115,000 milesTX

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there was white smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle lost motive power and the contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to another dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel system and the engine was damaged. The contact was informed that the fuel system and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Suspension
Filed Aug 16, 202470,000 milesTX

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle experienced the death wobble, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle once the vehicle had slowed down. The contact stated that the violent shaking also ceased after slowing down. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the tie rods and all four tires were replaced; however, the failure returned approximately 30,000 miles later. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Vehicle Speed Control
Filed Aug 1, 202410,000 milesAZ

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the vehicle intermittently hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the hesitation was temporary before the vehicle resumed normal operation. The manufacturer was notified the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN nor a Warranty on the vehicle. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

Steering
Filed Jul 7, 2024TX

I experienced what I now have come to understand is called the death wobble. It was terrifying and I was going about 60 mph on an interstate that was under construction. I hit minor bumps and the whole truck began to wobble back-and-forth violently. it would not stop until I came down to about 15 miles an hour, after that steering felt loose. I thought I was going to die. The incident chewed up my tires with pock marks everywhere.

Steering
Filed Jun 27, 2024OK

Truck violently shakes (wobbles) when you go over 50 mph.

Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Jun 26, 2024TN

My f250 super duty just completely stopped running while driving down the interstate, i then had the vehicle towed to the ford dealer where i purchased it in 2015. after the shop examination they found that the high pressure cp4 fuel pump had came apart and contaminated the fuel system entirely. The shop forman called and advised me of the problem and that it would cost 16,000.00 to have it fixed. he also advised me the this was a ongoing problem that they have had with this particular fuel pump, and that they had recall on the trucks from 2011 to 2018 for this. but he told me that my vin number was not on the recall list. he said that i would have to pay out of pocket to have the repairs done. I THEN CONTACTED FORD MANUFACTORING about this, the service lady that i spoke to said that there was nothing they could do because my truck was not on the recall list. To me this is a big safety measure, because when it quit, if i haven't been in an area where i was able to get out off the road there could have been a very serious accident. i feel that an issue like this that ford knows they have and continue using the same pumps should be there responsibility. I had know visible or any warnings sign of this was going to happen. this truck i purchased new and have put every mile on it and had this truck service very regularly. i have all the service records, just had the fuel filters and oil changed about 2 weeks before this happened. Thank you for your time. PLEASE ADVISE.

Power Train
Filed Jun 25, 2024TN

Truck has started dropping into 1st gear and losing speed with no warning. Has happened at low and high speeds.

Engine
Filed Jun 21, 2024AL

Consistent oil leaks. The cars are manufactured poorly and this is a horrible but common issue that Ford has yet to come up with a fix.

Suspension
Filed Jun 3, 202478,000 milesTX

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and hydroplaned. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not under recall and was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

Steering
Filed May 31, 2024CA

Today my 2015 Ford F250 SD experienced the aptly named Ford “Death Wobble”. It occurred twice today after just having the whole front end rebuilt for the same issue just weeks ago. My truck shakes so violently I am concerned for my safety and that of my wife. To stop the shaking I have to slow to 30 mph or less, typically on the highway where all other vehicles are traveling at 65+. The truck now sits at a dealership waiting for repair. The service writer states parts that were replaced two - three weeks ago are “shot”. How can this be? Ford F250’s have this as a known problem with no real fix. Just keep throwing parts at it with no resolve. I had the truck worked on in July ‘23, May ‘24 and now. I am invested heavily in this truck and have now had to replace parts multiple times because some design flaw keeps wearing them out. I’d love to see some sort of recall that forces some sort of redesign and real repair.

Suspension
Filed May 31, 2024176,000 milesAL

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH and various speeds, the vehicle rolled over a dip in the road the truck bed shifted, and the vehicle jerked to the right or the left. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the bushings on the suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 176,000.

Suspension
Filed May 12, 2024CA

I was driving on the Freeway, 65 mph, all of sudden, the steering and truck started to shake violently, lost control of the steering wheel, due to the severe shaking, caused traffic behind me to stop suddenly as they noticed something major was going on. It felt like as if I had 4 flat tires, and it felt like a strong earthquake. I had to reduce speed to 10 mph per hour, it stopped shaking and exited the freeway, Never experience anything like this before.

Suspension
Filed Apr 15, 2024FL

When I drive over 50 miles an hour and I hit a small bump, the front end of my truck shakes violently. I also lose control of the truck.

Steering
Filed Mar 29, 2024TX

I experienced the “Ford Death Wobble” when on the highway at 70 MPH. It has happened three times now. It didn’t stop until I pulled off the road and stopped. It was an unsafe situation trying to get across three lanes of traffic and stop in the shoulder of the road. I did not loose control of the truck but it was close to being uncontrollable. From what I’ve read, this needs to be a Recalled item!!

Complaints 1-50 of 296, newest first, reproduced as filed.

Across model years

Worst on record: 2019
YearComplaintsRecallsFiresDeathsAssessment
20269810Routine
202517810Do not drive
202440410Routine
2023441630Routine
20221271740Routine
20211671300Routine
20202691530Above average
20191,16512110Above average
20184001090Above average
20171,15515130Above average
2016291460Above average
2015 — this page296360Above average
201426100Routine
201321100Routine
201257100Routine
2011122121Fatalities reported
201032100Routine
200923111Fatalities reported
2008141230Routine
200754310Routine
2006274340Above average
2005295560Above average
20042544120Above average
20031786100Routine
20022455182Fatalities reported
20012884193Fatalities reported
20002334253Fatalities reported
19992495130Above average
19981100Routine
199739270Routine
199611120Routine
19959130Routine
19942110Routine
19934110Routine
19923000Routine
19911000Routine

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2015 Ford F-250 SD: questions buyers ask

Is the 2015 Ford F-250 SD a good car?

It is not among the F-250 SD years to avoid. Owners filed 296 complaints, against about 233 for a typical F-250 SD year. The most common complaint is about the steering (35%).

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Ford F-250 SD?

The steering: 105 of the 296 complaints (35%) are about it. Owners most often say it vibrates or shakes (67%) and sets off warning lights on the dash (7%). The typical report comes at 70,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2015 Ford F-250 SD have?

3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, the most recent filed Sep 3, 2025. The largest, 25V572000, covered 1,456,417 vehicles. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

At what mileage do 2015 Ford F-250 SD problems start?

Half of the complaints that record an odometer reading came in before 69,361 miles. For the steering the midpoint is 70,000 miles.

Has NHTSA investigated the 2015 Ford F-250 SD?

Yes, 2 times. The latest, PE24014 ("Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak"), was opened May 9, 2024 and is still open.

Are there service bulletins for the 2015 Ford F-250 SD?

The manufacturer filed 142 technical service bulletins and other notices for it with NHTSA, most of them about the engine (43), the transmission (26) and the electrical system (24). They include a service campaign, 25N15 S1, filed Apr 20, 2026. A bulletin is a repair instruction to dealers, not a recall: the fix is usually free only under warranty.

Reading this record

Complaint volume is well above typical for a single model year.

Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.

Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.

Most recent recall on file: Sep 3, 2025. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.