Ford F-600 SD Problems by Year

We compared every Ford F-600 SD model year from 2021–2026 using 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 12 recalls and federal defect investigations. No F-600 SD year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

6model years
7complaints
12recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

202120222023202420252026211111
Owner complaints per model year, Ford F-600 SD. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
202611.5×2TransmissionFew
202511.5×2EngineFew
202411.5×2EngineFew
202311.2×5BrakeFew
20221—6EngineFew
20212—5Fuel SystemFew

* Complaints compared with the median F-600 SD year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Ford F-600 SD problems

  • Engine & coolingworst: 2022
    343%
  • Brakesworst: 2023
    343%
  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2021
    229%
  • Driver assistanceworst: 2023
    114%
  • Steeringworst: 2025
    114%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2026
    114%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2026
    114%

Latest Ford F-600 SD recalls

Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA recall 26V-653 · Oct 6, 2026 · 102,159 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, F-600, 2026 F-150, and F-750 SD vehicles. The analog cluster's tachometer and speedometer may become stuck or move erratically, providing inaccurate readings to the driver.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster modules, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed in October 26, 2026.

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Linkages

NHTSA recall 26V-204 · Mar 31, 2026 · 422,613 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Fuel system, diesel › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 26V-158 · Mar 17, 2026 · 9,839 vehicles

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.

Exterior lighting › Tail lights

NHTSA recall 26V-104 · Feb 20, 2026 · 4,381,878 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles.

Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026.

Back over prevention › Software

NHTSA recall 25V-315 · May 9, 2025 · 1,076,138 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles.

Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.

All 12 Ford F-600 SD recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Ford F-600 SD should you avoid?

None of the Ford F-600 SD years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Ford F-600 SD problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (3), brakes (3) and fuel & propulsion system (2). Engine complaints peak in the 2022 model year.

How many recalls has the Ford F-600 SD had?

12 recalls across 2021–2026. The model year with the most is 2022. See all Ford F-600 SD recalls by year.

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.