Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2015 Ford F-450 SD peaked in 2014, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model yearRemedy pending
2015 Ford F-450 SD
Other, gasoline, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Oct 2, 2014 to Oct 2, 2014.
Recall campaigns covering this model year31.47M vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2015 other
Severity index0.02015 others average 5.9
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2015 Ford F-450 SD name engine and cooling
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
3 recall campaigns cover the 2015 Ford F-450 SD
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-572 | Sep 3, 2025 | Rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse | Back-over prevention | 1,456,417 | Part replacement |
| 15V-175 | Mar 25, 2015 | Affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine… | Powertrain | 6,322 | Software update |
| 15V-024 | Jan 22, 2015 | Mounting bracket that attaches the suspension fluid tank to the frame may fail allowing the fluid tank to separate from the vehicle | Suspension | 4 | Remedy pending |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2015 Ford F-450 SD
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Oct 2, 2014Failure Sep 13, 2014650 milesHope, INEngine, Fuel/propulsion system
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD F-450 SD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 650.
NHTSA complaint 10640781
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
2 NHTSA investigations on file
- PE24014 Preliminary evaluation, Fuel system
Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak
Opened May 9, 2024, still open - RQ14005 Recall query, Electrical system
Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown
Opened Jan 13, 2015, closed Mar 15, 2016 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
138 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- SSM 55098 Aug 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2013-2016 Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine and 2015-2019 Transit vehicles equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine may not pass a state smog test due to the exhaust gas system (EGS) monitor that will not run after completing the exhaust… - 25N15 S1 Apr 20, 2026 · Other
Customer Satisfaction Program 25N15 - Supplement #1 Certain 2015-2019 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Inspection For One-Time Replacement - SSM 54690 Mar 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2013-2016 Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine and 2015-2019 Transit vehicles equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine may not pass a state smog test due to the exhaust gas system (EGS) monitor that will not run after completing the Exhaust… - SSM 54601 Feb 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keyp… - 24L05 Sep 24, 2025 · Other
Certain 2011-2022 Model Year Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with 6.7L Engine - Emission Control Information Label Update for Qualified Vehicles - 24L05 Aug 23, 2025 · Other
Certain 2011-2022 Model Year Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with 6.7L Engine - Emission Control Information Label Update for Qualified Vehicles - SSM 53040 Oct 10, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. … - SSM 52476 Apr 24, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Un… - TSB 22-2248 Feb 20, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This article supersedes TSB 22-2201 to update the Service Procedure and Parts List. Some 2015-2019 F-Super Duty and 2016-2019 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an oil leak from the oil filter, crankcase vent oil separator, oil coo… - SSM 52188 Jan 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 powe… - SSM 51947 Sep 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2015-2019 F-Super Duty and 2015-2020 F-150/Mustang vehicles may require replacement of the powertrain control module (PCM) for various reasons. While performing a programmable module installation (PMI) using the Integrated Diagnostic Service (IDS) scan… - SSM 51854 Aug 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into… - SSM 51849 Aug 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into… - SSM 51691 Jun 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
2011-2023 F-Super Duty and 2016-2024 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience this elevated idle to reduce unburned hydrocarbons from the SCR. The powertrain… - SSM 51251 Dec 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2011-2022 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine may exhibit a ticking noise at idle after an engine oil change. It is often referred to as Typewriter Noise because of its similarity to the sound of a mechanical typewriter. When engin… - TSB 22-2356 Sep 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2015-2019 F-Super Duty vehicles may experience a transmission fluid leak from a cracked transmission case or transmission fluid pan. This may be due to a driveline vibration condition. For vehicles that have a concern with a cracked transmission case (… - SSM 50804 May 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2013-2023 Ford or Lincoln vehicles with modems activated through FordPass or LincolnWay may experience 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate channel to access vehicle commands such as … - SSM 50636 Mar 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
2011-2022 F-Super Duty and 2016-2023 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience this elevated idle to reduce unburned hydrocarbons from the SCR. The powertrain… - 21M01 Jan 11, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 - TSB160064 Apr 19, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
6.7L Diesel - fuel knock at idle with malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) Illulminated with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) - TSB160060 Apr 6, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
602L/6.8L - Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCSF) P0627, P025B, P025A, and/or U019 - Built on or before 04/06/2016 - TSB160057 Dec 15, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Torqshift Transmission - Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0751, P0730 and/or P2700 - TSB160049 Mar 23, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
6.7L Diesel - Fuel knock at idle with malfunction indicat or lamp (MIL) Illuminated with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCSF) - TSB160001 Feb 5, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
49 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - March 2016 Air bag warning light illuminated with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B141B and/or B141C - LTR3756 Feb 5, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
49 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - January 2016 - TSB150164 Oct 30, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Exterior Mirror - Tubular stainless steel west cpast style mirror - Loose mounting bracket - TSB150158 Sep 9, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
6.7L Diesel - Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Mil) Illuminated - Diagnostic Ttouble Codes (DTCS) P2002, P246C And/Or P2463- Built On Or Before 09/09/2015 - TSB150152 Mar 26, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
6.7L Diesel - Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Mil) Illuminated - Diagnostic Ttouble Codes (DTCS) P2002, P246C And/Or P2463- Built On Or Before 03/26/2015. - 20M06-S2 Oct 22, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 C… - 20M06-S1 Sep 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 50096 Sep 9, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2013-2016 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an Exhaust System Fluid Fault message and a forced idle mode with various diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). A video explaining how to re… - 21N06 Aug 31, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This program extends the warranty coverage of the catalytic converter portion of the selective catalyst reduction (SCR) system for twelve months of service, beginning on the date the powertrain control module (PCM) is reprogrammed under Emissions Recall 21E… - 21N02 Aug 31, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This program extends the coverage of the front nitrogen oxides (NOx) sensor for twelve months of service, beginning on the date the powertrain control module (PCM) is reprogrammed under emissions recall 21E01. This program oly applies if a front NOx sensor… - SSM 50066 Aug 27, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2015-2019 F-Super Duty and 2016-2019 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an oil leak from the oil filter, crankcase vent oil separator, oil cooler, upper/lower oil pan. This may be due to a clogged crankcase vent oil separator … - SSM 49805 May 18, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2011-2021 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine may have engine oil in the exhaust after turbocharger replacement for various reasons. To correct the condition, remove the exhaust and stand the exhaust up with the turbocharger inlet side facing down u… - 21N06 Mar 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain 2013-2016 Model Year F-Series Super Duty 6.7L Diesel and 2015-2019 Model Year Transit 3.2L Diesel Vehicles Selective Catalyst Reduction System Warranty Extension In all of the affected vehicles, the onboard diagnostic (OBD) system initially contai… - 21N05 Mar 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain 2013-2016 Model Year F-Series Super Duty 6.7L Diesel and 2015-2019 Model Year Transit 3.2L Diesel Vehicles â“ Rear NOx Sensor Warranty Extension In all of the affected vehicles, the onboard diagnostic (OBD) system initially contained a software err… - 21N02 Mar 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain 2013-2016 Model Year F-Series Super Duty 6.7L Diesel and 2015-2019 Model Year Transit 3.2L Diesel Vehicles â“ Front NOx Sensor Warranty Extension In all of the affected vehicles, the onboard diagnostic (OBD) system initially contained a software er… - 20M06 Feb 11, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This program extends the warranty coverage of the diesel particulate filter (DPF) when a diagnostic trouble code P2002 is present in the powertrain control module (PCM). Repairs associated with DTCs other than P2002 and/or DPF plugged due to failure to perf… - SSM 49495 Jan 27, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2005-2021 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for cus… - SSM 49430 Jan 6, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
2011-2021 F-Super Duty and 2016-2021 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit a high/elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience this high/elevated idle to reduce buildup of unburned hydrocarbons from the… - 16-0060 Apr 13, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2012-2016 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 6.8L engine built on or before 4/6/2016 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with DTCs P0627, P025A, P025B and/or U0109 stored in powertrain control module (PCM) memory. - 16B10 Apr 5, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In some of the affected vehicles, the front control/display interface module (FCDIM) may have been unintentionally programmed for the European market instead of the North American market - TSB 20-2369 Oct 27, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2015-2016 F-Super Duty pickup vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P24A0 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to various str… - SSM 49065 Aug 11, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2011-2020 F-Super Duty, 2015-2019 Transit, 2016-2021 F-650/F-750 and 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L, 3.2L or 3.0L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P207F, P20EE, P229F, P2201 and/or P24AE. This ma… - SSM 49061 Aug 11, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2015-2016 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with 6.7L Diesel engines may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P24A0 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This condition does not create drivabi… - SSM 49039 Jul 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2015-2019 F-Super Duty and 2016-2019 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an oil leak from the oil filter, crankcase vent oil separator, oil cooler, upper/lower oil pan. This may be due to a clogged crankcase vent oil separator … - TSB 20-2235 Jul 16, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2015-2020 F-150, 2017-2020 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit one or more noisy doors when opening and closing. This may be due to dirt and debris on the door check arm(s). To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to clean and neutralize … - SSM 48619 Mar 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SSM 48619 - Various Vehicles - Perimeter Alarm Armed And Original Vehicle Keys Cannot Be Accessed to Enter Vehicle - CAN Protection Strategy Some 2013-2016 Model Year Vehicles may exhibit a concern in which the Perimeter Alarm is active and the original … - SSM 48494 Jan 29, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2005-2020 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for cus… - SSM 48130 Aug 9, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid can attack the gl… - SSM 48123 Aug 7, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA and negative batte… - SSM 48044 Jun 17, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2011-2019 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may come in for scheduled maintenance on the engine mounted fuel filter. When reconnecting a fuel line quick connect fitting back onto the engine mounted fuel filter housing, push the connecto… - SSM 47976 May 10, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/transmission alignmen… - SSM 47979 May 14, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2005-2019 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for cus… - TSB19-2143 May 9, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2011-2016 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine may exhibit a lack of power and/or illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0299 in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to the c… - SSM 47948 Apr 26, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SSM 47948 - 2010-2019 Various Vehicles - Turbocharged Engines - Oil Supply Filter Replacement When Replacing The Turbocharger Or The Turbocharger Oil Supply Tube For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing tu… - SSM 47850 Apr 26, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the powertrain control module (PCM). To support the proper diagnosis of… - SSM 47836 Feb 28, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2011-2019 F-Super Duty 6.7L diesel equipped vehicles may exhibit a ticking/tapping noise traced to the reductant injector. - SSM 47823 Feb 22, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.