2015 Ford F-350
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2015 Ford F-350 has 289 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.1x the segment average of 252. The most common issue is steering problems (24% of all complaints), specifically: my 2015 is experiencing the death wobble! it's when the pickup starts shaking violently and you can't hang on to the steering wheel! with that being said i have put on new shocks, replaced the track bar, new steering stabilizer shock, new shocks, going to get a third alignment, and new tires and sti. There is 1 recall issued for this model year. ⚠️ 7 fire reports filed.
289
Total Complaints
1
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
1.1x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
STEERING
68 complaints- • MY 2015 IS EXPERIENCING THE DEATH WOBBLE! IT'S WHEN THE PICKUP STARTS SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND YOU CAN'T HANG ON TO THE STEERING WHEEL! WITH THAT BEING SAID I HAVE PUT ON NEW SHOCKS, REPLACED THE TRACK BAR, NEW STEERING STABILIZER SHOCK, NEW SHOCKS, GOING TO GET A THIRD ALIGNMENT, AND NEW TIRES AND STI
- • WHILE MAKING TURNS YOU ARE UNABLE TO TURN WHEEL BACK STRAIGHT AS IT LOCKS UP IN CITY DRIVING. WAS TOLD BY FORD DEALER WHERE WE BOUGHT TRUCK NEW THAT WE NEEDED TRACK BAR BUSHING AND BALL JOINTS. DRAG LINK BAR. TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT BOTH OUTER TIE RODS. THIS HAS BEEN AND ISSUE FOR SEVERAL OF OUR FRI
- • STEERING WHEEL WILL RANDOMLY STICK WHEN TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT. WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT FEELS LIKE FLAT TIRE AND YOU HAVE TO MUSCLE THE STEERING WHEEL BACK THE OPPOSITE WAY AND THEN YOU CAN'T CONTROL THAT. JUST HAD FRONT END REBUILT AT TRI-STATE FORD IN MARYVILLE MISSOURI WHERE WE PURCHASED IT NEW AND D
“MY 2015 IS EXPERIENCING THE DEATH WOBBLE! IT'S WHEN THE PICKUP STARTS SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND YOU CAN'T HANG ON TO THE STEERING WHEEL! WITH THAT BEING SAID I HAVE PUT ON NEW SHOCKS, REPLACED THE TRACK BAR, NEW STEERING STABILIZER SHOCK, NEW SHOCKS, GOING TO GET A THIRD ALIGNMENT, AND NEW TIRES AND STI”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2015 Ford F-350
Based on 151 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 60K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.
TRANSMISSION
OTHER
BRAKES
FUEL SYSTEM
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
ELECTRICAL
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.
Recalls (1)
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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2015 Ford F-350
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Ford F-350 Service Intervals
IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
These are the terms for a new Ford. If you're buying a used 2015 F-350, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ford dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 289 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐STEERING: MY 2015 IS EXPERIENCING THE DEATH WOBBLE! IT'S WHEN THE PICKUP STARTS SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND YOU CAN'T HANG ON TO THE STEERING WHEEL! WITH THAT BEING SAID I HAVE PUT ON NEW SHOCKS, REPLACED THE TRACK BAR, NEW STEERING STABILIZER SHOCK, NEW SHOCKS, GOING TO GET A THIRD ALIGNMENT, AND NEW TIRES AND STI
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SUSPENSION: 2015 FORD F350 SUPER DUTY, FULL SIZE BED. THIS TRUCK WILL BOUNCE LIKE CRAZY ON THE HIGHWAY IF IT IS CONCRETE, OR ASPHALT COVERED CONCRETE. IT STARTS ABOUT 60MPH AND IF I SPEED UP IT WILL GO AWAY AT ABOUT 75MPH. THIS BOUNCE IS VERY FRUSTRATING AND MAKES ME UPSET, MAD AND EMBARRASSED THAT SUCH A NICE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: DURING DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, EXHAUST REGENERATION CYCLE ACTIVATED, VIOLENT SHUDDERING AND CLATTERING FROM ENGINE FOR 2 MINUTES.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: WOULD NOT REGENERATE WHEN REQUIRED. WENT INTO FILTER FULL SERVICE NOW MODE. THEN CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Ford F-350 — Year Comparison
How does 2015 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 289
- Recalls
- 1
- Fire reports
- 7
- Crash reports
- 4
- Injury reports
- 1
- Segment avg
- 252
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