Fuel System complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 7% | 0 miles |
| 2023 | 4 | 10% | 192,000 miles |
| 2022 | 20 | 18% | 61,000 miles |
| 2021 | 40 | 41% | 112,000 miles |
| 2020 | 48 | 25% | 124,000 miles |
| 2019 | 22 | 5% | 66,000 miles |
| 2018 | 11 | 5% | 138,000 miles |
| 2017 | 40 | 7% | 96,000 miles |
| 2016 | 27 | 13% | 53,000 miles |
| 2015 | 26 | 13% | 46,000 miles |
| 2014 | 1 | 14% | 132,000 miles |
| 2013 | 1 | 11% | — |
| 2012 | 2 | 7% | 32,000 miles |
| 2011 | 6 | 14% | 77,000 miles |
| 2010 | 2 | 4% | 16,000 miles |
| 2008 | 14 | 14% | 41,000 miles |
| 2007 | 2 | 8% | 100,000 miles |
| 2006 | 21 | 17% | 58,000 miles |
| 2005 | 29 | 13% | 73,000 miles |
| 2004 | 19 | 15% | 75,000 miles |
| 2003 | 24 | 18% | 89,000 miles |
| 2002 | 11 | 9% | 68,000 miles |
| 2001 | 8 | 5% | 90,000 miles |
| 2000 | 11 | 7% | 130,000 miles |
| 1999 | 4 | 3% | 100,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that metal shavings were found inside the fuel system and that the fuel system needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the Insurance Company inspected the vehicle and found metal shavings inside the fuel tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) message was displayed; with the "Default See Owner's Manual" displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway and turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to exceed 5 MPH. The dealer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The vehicle had not been diagnosed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 192,000.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact became aware that there was fuel leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel lines were chewed on by rodents causing the fuel leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,167. Update: The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact became aware that there was fuel leaking from the vehicle upon remote startup. Gasoline was spraying from the vehicle and was noticed by sight and smell when approaching the vehicle. The vehicle was flatbed towed to the dealer, after being cleared from being a fire hazard by the Lake County Fire Dept claim [redacted]. The dealer diagnosed that the tank vent and nearby fuel lines were chewed on by rodents causing the fuel leak. The vehicle was not repaired under warranty. …
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350SD. The contact stated while driving at 5 MPH, the vehicle shut off with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact used a diagnostic machine and diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the high-pressure fuel rail and high-pressure fuel rail sensor were defective. The contact replaced the high-pressure rail fuel sensor; however, the error code remained. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the vehicle, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact self-diagnosed the vehicle and retrieved a code that the low-pressure fuel rail was defective. The contact also discovered oil leaking out of the O-rings where the fuel injectors were located. The dealer was contacted, and the vehicle towed to the dealer. …
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the warning light illuminated indicating to pull the vehicle over. The contact drove the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power. The contact exited the vehicle and checked all the fluids. The contact stated that the fluid levels were at sufficient levels. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and the vehicle was diagnosed as fuel contamination. The contact was informed that the fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was advised of a recall NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V013000(Fuel System, Diesel) which had a similar failure description, however, the contact's VIN was not associated with the recall. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed fuel system. …
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the cruise control activated, the contact heard an abnormally loud popping and clicking sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The message "Decreased Engine Power" was displayed, and the vehicle experienced a loss of drive power. The contact coasted off the road and came to a complete stop. The message "Shift to Neutral" was displayed. The contact turned off the vehicle and let it cool down for five minutes. The vehicle failed to restart. …
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine power failure warning light illuminated, and the engine seized. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while towing a small vehicle. The contact coasted the vehicle to the shoulder of the road, which was very unsafe. The contact stated that while attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with high-pressure fuel pump failure, cylinder rod and head gasket failures. The contact was informed that the high-pressure fuel pump had exploded and sent fuel all over and into the engine. The contact was informed that the engine had failed due to a high-pressure fuel pump failure. The contact was advised to tow the vehicle to the dealer. …
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over but was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the diesel fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and was covered under warranty. The contact stated that one month later, the vehicle experienced a failure while he was driving. The vehicle was towed to the same dealer, who determined that the diesel fuel system had failed. The contact was advised that the vehicle was no longer covered under warranty and would be repaired out of pocket. The contact had the vehicle towed to a diesel repair shop. …
Related recalls (8)
Fuel system, diesel › Delivery › Fuel pump
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, 2021-2022 F600, and 2022 F750 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V957. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed mailed April 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge.
Fuel system, diesel › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain F-250 and F-350 vehicles. Cracked fuel return line connectors may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel return lines, free of charge. All vehicles have been repaired. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S44.
Fuel system, diesel › Delivery › Fuel pump
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021-2022 F-650, F750 vehicles. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026.
Fuel system, diesel
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, and Medium Duty F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A small void may be present in the top-center of the vehicle's underhood secondary fuel filter cap, which may progress to a pinhole over time, allowing…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the primary and secondary fuel filters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Show 3 more recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks manufactured August 10, 2016, to September 17, 2016. The frame reinforcement bracket may not have been attached to the front fuel tank strap, allowing the fuel tank strap to separate from the frame.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Fuel system, diesel
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD trucks manufactured March 21, 2016, to August 28, 2016. The protective shield on the fuel conditioning module may have inadequate adhesion, allowing the shield to become dislodged.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the protective shield, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
On certain pickup trucks and chassis cab vehicles equipped with 5.4l or 6.8l gasoline engines, the fuel jumper line May have an incorrect end form.
Remedy: Dealers will install an external retention clip at the fuel jumper line to the main fuel bundle connection. The recall began on June 20, 2005. Owners May contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
NHTSA investigations
Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which Ford F-350 SD years have fuel system problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2020 (48), 2017 (40), 2021 (40), 2005 (29) and 2016 (27) model years. Fuel System complaints make up 25% of all complaints for the 2020.
Is there a recall for Ford F-350 SD fuel system problems?
Yes — 8 recalls, including 26V-158 (fuel pump, Mar 17, 2026); 25V-455 (fuel pump, Jul 7, 2025); 25V-306 (hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, May 9, 2025). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Ford F-350 SD fuel system problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 81,000 miles; 30% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the delivery › fuel pump (11 mentions), followed by the fuel injection system (11).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.