2020 Ford F-450 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2020 Ford F-450 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Diesel (8 reports).

1Recalls
25Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your F-450?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2020 Ford F-450 recalls

Seatback May Not Hold in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk

Recall 19V633Aug 28, 2019639,137 vehicles affected

Certain manual front and rear seats in these vehicles may be missing a third pawl in the recliner mechanism, which is needed to keep the seatback strong.

Most common 2020 Ford F-450 problems

Problem areas named in the 25 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Diesel8
Power Train5
Unknown Or Other4
Electrical System3
Engine2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Fuel System, Other1
Structure1
Tires1

What owners report

2026-10-26, Fuel System, Diesel
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450. While the contact's son was driving 25 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and it was determined that there was failure with the #3 fuel injector. The contact stated that the fuel injectors were replaced; however, the failure reoccurred three days after the repair. The vehicle went into LIMP Mode while driving with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and it was determined that the high-pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The VIN was associated with the recall; ho
2026-03-06, Fuel System, Diesel
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450. 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 manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2025-10-14, Steering
The contact owned a 2020 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the steering wheel failed to steer in the intended direction. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle had driven independently sideways and then into a deep ditch before coming to a stop. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was uncontrollable. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The vehicle was condemned as a total loss by the insurance company. The contact was unconscious and transferred to the local hospital. The contact sustained six broken ribs, a punctured left lung and a hematoma in the left leg. In addition, the contact had to have emergency surger
2025-08-22, Fuel System, Diesel
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450 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 local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2025-08-17, Fuel/Propulsion System
Vehicle caught fire. Fire in the engine compartment after heavy fuel smell/odor.

2020 Ford F-450 questions

Does the 2020 Ford F-450 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2020 Ford F-450: Seatback May Not Hold in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ford F-450?

Based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Diesel (8), Power Train (5), Unknown Or Other (4).

How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Ford F-450 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.

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