2024 Ford F-350 SD

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2024 Ford F-350 SD has 61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is electrical problems (28% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns 2024 ford f-350 sd. the contact stated that the air recirculation system disengaged intermittently when the a/c was not set to max setting. the contact stated that while activating the heat in cold weather, the air recirculation system disengaged intermittently, causing outside air . ⚠️ 4 fire reports filed.

4 fire reports 5 crash reports 2 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

ELECTRICAL

17 complaints

28%

• The contact owns 2024 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that the air recirculation system disengaged intermittently when the A/C was not set to MAX setting. The contact stated that while activating the heat in cold weather, the air recirculation system disengaged intermittently, causing outside air
• When connected to a trailer the instrument panel goes blank. I am unable to se any important information about the truck such as but not limited to coolant temp, oil temp, transmission temp, boost pressure, etc. having driven trucks that pull hard this information is critical. I have researched t
• Battery failed on the drivers side. The 12 volt outlets quit working except after driving down the road for a while. They all the sudden started working. Went to Auto Zone the battery tested bad. When replacing the batteries the one on the driver side that failed had less weight then the one on th

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 2 fire reports💥 1 crashes

“The contact owns 2024 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that the air recirculation system disengaged intermittently when the A/C was not set to MAX setting. The contact stated that while activating the heat in cold weather, the air recirculation system disengaged intermittently, causing outside air ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

11 complaints

18%

• 360 review camera fails to operate correctly and screen goes blue. Front parking sensors, rear cross traffic, auto emergency braking, and rear parking sensors fail to operate as well.
• 360 review camera fails to operate correctly and screen goes blue. Front parking sensors, rear cross traffic, auto emergency braking, and rear parking sensors fail to operate as well.
• It is hard to explain to people and some people might not fully understand what they are even feeling if they are not in tune to how the steering system works normally vs with some type of assist. I don't use the lane keeping assist (button on steering wheel) because it is not comfortable for me whe

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“360 review camera fails to operate correctly and screen goes blue. Front parking sensors, rear cross traffic, auto emergency braking, and rear parking sensors fail to operate as well.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

7 complaints

11%

• 360 review camera fails to operate correctly and screen goes blue. Front parking sensors, rear cross traffic, auto emergency braking, and rear parking sensors fail to operate as well.
• The nozzle on the flow thru system under the dash (Part No. PC3Z-18490-B) loosened and dropped down directly over the gas and brake pedal. This interfered with the driver's foot causing the driver to loose control which caused the pickup to run into a fifth wheel trailer hitch while the vehicle was
• Driver and passenger traveling on [XXX] when white smoke came out of dash. Turned onto [XXX] and stopped. Driver and passenger exited truck and opened hood as smoke was becoming more visible and fire started from under dash. Passenger called 911while Driver used fire extinguisher and attempted unsu

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports💥 2 crashes

“360 review camera fails to operate correctly and screen goes blue. Front parking sensors, rear cross traffic, auto emergency braking, and rear parking sensors fail to operate as well.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

TRANSMISSION

6 complaints

10%

• The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350. The contact stated that upon moving the gear shifter into drive, the vehicle failed to immediately shift into drive with a delayed response to the driver's input. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate
• The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer informed the contact that a software
• I purchased this 2024 f350 from Auto Park Ford in Laporte, IN on [XXX] with 94 miles on the truck. It was shipped directly to me and arrived July 21st 2025. Upon taking delivery there were many safety faults present once I drove the vehicle that included loss of power, the vehicle randomly braking b

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350. The contact stated that upon moving the gear shifter into drive, the vehicle failed to immediately shift into drive with a delayed response to the driver's input. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

BRAKES

5 complaints

• Brake fluid leaking into cab from brake pedal making floorboard, brake pedal and gas pedal slippery.
• Brake fluid leaking into cab from brake pedal making floorboard, brake pedal and gas pedal slippery.
• When pulling a trailer the breaks are delayed by at least 8 seconds. The hand break normally does it instantly but no longer. This is a safety issue when pulling trailer that it pulling over 20K lbs & not being able to stop immediately when placing you foot on the break. Vehicle was look at by Ford

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Brake fluid leaking into cab from brake pedal making floorboard, brake pedal and gas pedal slippery.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 61 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: The contact owns 2024 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that the air recirculation system disengaged intermittently when the A/C was not set to MAX setting. The contact stated that while activating the heat in cold weather, the air recirculation system disengaged intermittently, causing outside air
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: 360 review camera fails to operate correctly and screen goes blue. Front parking sensors, rear cross traffic, auto emergency braking, and rear parking sensors fail to operate as well.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: 360 review camera fails to operate correctly and screen goes blue. Front parking sensors, rear cross traffic, auto emergency braking, and rear parking sensors fail to operate as well.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350. The contact stated that upon moving the gear shifter into drive, the vehicle failed to immediately shift into drive with a delayed response to the driver's input. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)