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2015 Ford F-450 SD Recalls & Complaints
The 2015 Ford F-450 SD has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Ford dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2015 Ford F-450 SD. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2015 Ford F-450 SD owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2015 Ford F-450 SD, describing incidents dated September 13, 2014.
Most-cited components
- Engine 1 complaint
- Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #10640781 · Filed
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD F-450 SD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2015 Ford F-450 SD in 2 investigations. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Preliminary Evaluation PE24-014: Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak
Open since May 9, 2024
- Recall Query RQ14-005: Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown
Closed March 15, 2016
Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image
NHTSA #25V572000 · Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera · NHTSA notice
Reported September 3, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 1,456,417 vehicles
Repair completion: 21.11% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S89 · Owners notified January 13, 2026 · Vehicles built starting December 1, 2014 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Safety consequence
A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
Engine Shutdown in Emergency Vehicles
NHTSA #15V175000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM) · NHTSA notice
Reported March 25, 2015 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 6,322 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.57% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 15S09 · Owners notified April 22, 2015 · Vehicles built February 22, 2010 – January 30, 2015 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.
Safety consequence
Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Bracket for Suspension Fluid Tank may Fracture
NHTSA #15V024000 · Suspension · NHTSA notice
Reported January 22, 2015 · Life Line Emergency Vehicles
Potentially affected: 4 vehicles
Owners notified February 2, 2015 · Vehicles built May 1, 2014 – August 29, 2014 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Life Line-modified Ford F-Series emergency vehicles that are equipped with Liquid Spring-brand aftermarket suspension kits. The mounting bracket that attaches the suspension fluid tank to the frame may fail allowing the fluid tank to separate from the vehicle.
Safety consequence
If the suspension fluid tank mount fractures and the tank separates from the chassis, the tank may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began on February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Transmission Calibration Error/FMVSS 102
NHTSA #14V204000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM) · NHTSA notice
Reported April 17, 2014 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 3,973 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.83% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 14C04 · Owners notified May 6, 2014 · Vehicles built September 13, 2013 – March 28, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks manufactured September 13, 2013, through March 28, 2014, and equipped with 6.2L gasoline or 6.7L diesel engines and 6R140 transmissions. An error with the transmission control software may be such that while shifting from "Park" to "Drive" the vehicle may display "Drive" but possibly engage "Reverse" for 1.5 seconds before engaging "Drive." Therefore, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."
Safety consequence
If the vehicle is in "Reverse" while the while the gear selection shows "Drive," unexpected movement could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2014. Owners may contact Fords customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C04.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Ford F-450 SD model years
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