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2015 Ford F-450 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 6 complaints on file for the 2015 Ford F-450 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

6

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2015 compare to other F-450 years?

F-450 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted33 complaints1990: 2 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 0 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 0 complaints2008: 0 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 12 complaints2012: 26 complaints2013: 8 complaints2014: 2 complaints2015: 6 complaints2016: 4 complaints2017: 26 complaints2018: 15 complaints2019: 32 complaints2020: 33 complaints
F-450 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2015 Ford F-450 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine467%
Other117%
Tires & Wheels117%

Does the 2015 Ford F-450 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V270000Driver AssistanceApril 23, 2025 · 160,729 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.

Consequence

A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-082.

19V401000OtherMay 29, 2019 · 22 units

Defect

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and E-450, 2015 F-250 and F-450, 2016 E-450, 2017 E-350, F-450 and E-450, 2018 F-350, 2010 E-450, 2005-2006 E-450, 2009 E-450 and Chevrolet C4500-based Type I and Type III ambulances equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The monitors may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.

Consequence

The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists will work with ASA to notify the owners, and remedy the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD F-450. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE ABOUT THE INFORMATION DISPLAYED ON THE MESSAGE BOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 15, 2014

“THIS VEHICLE IS SHUTTLE BUS, TRANSPORT PASSENGERS FROM CHICAGO O'HARE AIRPORT TO FOUR POINTS HOTELS AND BACK 24/7. THIS VEHICLE IS OWNED BY FOUR POINTS HOTEL AT SCHILLER PARK, IL AND I WORK AS DRIVER. ON OCTOBER 8 2017 JUST AFTER 7 PM I WAS DRIVING THE BUS WITH PASSENGERS ON BOARD FROM THE AIRPORT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · October 8, 2017

“THE TRUCK SURGES/ENGINE REVS. FORD DOES NOT KNOW WHY ITS HAPPENING, MULTIPLE PARTS HAVE BEEN CHANGED. SEVERAL FORD ENGINEERS HAVE BEEN INVOLVED WITH NO RESOLUTION. THE TRUCK HAS BEEN AT THE DEALER FOR 7 MONTHS, PARKED FOR THE LAST 1 MONTH WITH NO ACTIVITY. I BELIEVE IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE, DUE TO THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 13, 2016

2015 Ford F-450 — common questions

Is the 2015 Ford F-450 reliable?

The record is thin — 6 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2015 Ford F-450 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2015 Ford F-450. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2015 Ford F-450 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Ford F-450 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the F-450 years to avoid are 2020, 2019. The cleanest record among F-450 years belongs to 2010.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.