CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Ford F-250 SD has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 269 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (77 reports).
2020 Ford F-250 SD recalls
Fuel pump can fail and cut engine power on diesel trucks
Some 2020 and 2021 Ford F-Super Duty diesel trucks (F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550) that were previously repaired under an earlier recall may have biodiesel deposits forming on roller components inside the high pressure fuel pump's drivetrain.
Rearview camera may not show proper image in some light
Certain 2020-2022 Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty trucks have a 360-degree view camera system that may not display the rearview image properly in certain lighting conditions.
Steering Column May Detach, Causing Loss of Steering
Certain 2020-2021 Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty trucks may have a steering column upper shaft that can detach from the steering column.
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Stuck Image
A software error can cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or to keep showing the camera image after the vehicle has left reverse.
Fuel pump may fail, causing loss of drive power
Biodiesel deposits can build up on rollers inside the diesel high pressure fuel pump drivetrain on certain Ford Super Duty trucks.
Missing Head Restraint Instructions Raise Crash Injury Risk
Some Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and F-Super Duty SuperCab trucks were built without owner's manual instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints, including those for the center seating positions.
Foggy Rearview Camera Image Can Hide Hazards Behind You
This recall covers certain 2017-2018 Ford F-Super Duty trucks and Lincoln Continental sedans equipped with the 360-degree camera system.
Wiper Arms May Break, Losing Windshield Wipers
The front windshield wiper arms on these vehicles can break, causing the wipers to stop working.
Transmission Park Can Fail, Risking Rollaway Crash
Some 2020 Ford Super Duty trucks (F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550) with 6.7L diesel engines may have a washer inside the automatic transmission that can break apart.
Loose Underbody Shield Can Damage Driveshaft, Risking Crash
Underbody heat and noise insulators on certain Super Duty pickups with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts may loosen and contact the driveshaft.
Tires May Fail, Causing Sudden Air Loss or Tread Separation
Certain Continental tires on these Ford trucks and SUVs may have been cured for too long during production.
Windshield May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Some pickups and Super Duty trucks from the 2020 and 2021 model years may have had their windshield improperly bonded to the body during manufacturing.
Rearview camera may show blank or distorted image
A poor electrical connection can cause the rearview camera to intermittently display a blank or distorted image.
Transmission Damper Plate May Fracture, Causing Stalls
The torque converter damper plate in certain 2020 Ford Super-Duty diesel pickups was not properly tempered, leaving it brittle.
Most common 2020 Ford F-250 SD problems
Problem areas named in the 269 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 77 |
| Steering | 47 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 36 |
| Suspension | 29 |
| Engine | 29 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 28 |
| Electrical System | 27 |
| Unknown Or Other | 25 |
| Structure | 12 |
| Back Over Prevention | 10 |
What owners report
The engine started misfiring and running rough while driving down the highway. Without any notice or symptoms, power was lost, and the truck was unable to accelerate. After pulling over and parking, it would not restart. Step one Ford in Crestview Florida diagnosed the engine as having lifter/cam failure. Remedy is engine replacement. This truck has the same engine and failure that NHTSA opened an investigation into (NBTSA dp26011) Truck has the 7.3L gas engine.
Mechanical Failure Description: The vehicle suffered a sudden, severe engine knock and rattling under load at approximately 87,594 miles due to a catastrophic valvetrain failure. Dealership diagnostics at Randall Ford confirmed a loss of compression on cylinder 4 and extensive metal shaving contamination throughout the engine oil filter assembly. This severe internal damage resulted from an apparent mechanical failure of the hydraulic lifters and camshaft lobes, requiring a mandatory and complete replacement of the longblock engine assembly. This failure mirrors the exact lubrication and valvetrain degradation mechanisms currently being evaluated under active NHTSA Defect Petition DP26011, d
Ford F-250 Super Duty (VIN: [XXX]) eastbound on [XXX], preparing to turn right (south) onto [XXX]. Accelerated, turned on the right blinker, and attempted to turn the steering wheel right, but the vehicle continued straight into the active intersection, almost t-boning another vehicle. The dashboard brake warnings illuminated, the instrument cluster lit up, and steering control was completely lost. We managed to safely bring the truck home and parked it. [XXX] 520 PM Brought the truck to Fairway Ford in Placentia, CA (Advisor: [XXX], RO #[XXX]). FDRS diagnostic scan revealed DTC C0051 (Steering Wheel Position Sensor) along with network communication faults (U0415 / U0418). [XXX]Text message
Pulled into my driveway, put vehicle in park and vehicle rolled away. Dealer says transmission needs to be replaced. NHTSA bulletin 22s22 is a roll away risk for 2020 F-250 but my VIN is not included in this recall but I fear more vehicles were affected by this then what ford reported
The transmission can remain in 7 gear and not downshift when stopped. The only fix is putting it in park. The transmission also has intermittent rough gear changes and problems downshifting while stopping. Dealership updated the TCM which only made the issue worse. Ford stated that I should go to another dealer to see if they could replicate the issue (local dealer said they couldnât replicate the problem)
2020 Ford F-250 SD questions
Does the 2020 Ford F-250 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2020 Ford F-250 SD: Fuel pump can fail and cut engine power on diesel trucks; Rearview camera may not show proper image in some light; Steering Column May Detach, Causing Loss of Steering; Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Stuck Image; Fuel pump may fail, causing loss of drive power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ford F-250 SD?
Based on 269 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (77), Steering (47), Fuel System, Diesel (36).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Ford F-250 SD has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.