Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8 | 1.3× | — | Electrical | Average |
| 2006 | 8 | typical | — | Suspension | Average |
| 1999 | 18 | 2.1× | — | Brake | Caution |
| 1996 | 5 | −26% | — | Engine | Average |
| 1995 | 5 | −26% | — | Engine | Average |
* Complaints compared with the median Super Duty year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Ford Super Duty problems
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Ford Super Duty should you avoid?
1999 — this year has the most complaints relative to other Super Duty years at the same age, led by brakes problems in the 1999.
What is the best year for the Ford Super Duty?
1995 has the fewest complaints compared with other Super Duty years at the same age, followed by 1996. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Ford Super Duty problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (10), brakes (7) and suspension (7). Engine complaints peak in the 1995 model year.
How many recalls has the Ford Super Duty had?
0 recalls across 1995–2010.
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.