NHTSA recalls & complaints · 1995–2008

Ford F-Super Duty recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns and 379 owner complaints for the Ford F-Super Duty, covering model years 1995 to 2008. The 1999 model year drew the most complaints (93), and Tires is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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10 recall campaigns on file
379 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
12 model years with data (1995–2008)

most complaints: 1999 (93 for that model year)
top component: Tires (63 complaints)
latest recall 01V106000 (reported Mar 27, 2001)

15 complaints reporting a crash (4.0%)
11 complaints reporting a fire (2.9%)
12 complaints reporting an injury (3.2%)
1 complaint reporting a death (0.3%)

Ford F-Super Duty complaints by model year

12 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 1999 model year has the most complaints: 93 of 379, or 24.5%. Next come 2000 (63) and 2002 (34). The fewest are for 1996, with 8 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years

Ford F-Super Duty complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death

Ford F-Super Duty complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model year	Complaints	Reporting a crash	Reporting a fire	Reporting an injury	Reporting a death
1995	12	0	3	0	0
1996	8	0	1	1	0
1997	24	1	1	0	0
1998	14	0	0	0	0
1999	93	6	2	3	1
2000	63	4	0	2	0
2001	32	1	0	1	0
2002	34	2	1	1	0
2003	27	0	3	2	0
2004	14	0	0	0	0
2005	27	1	0	1	0
2008	31	0	0	1	0
All model years	379	15	11	12	1

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Ford F-Super Duty components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Tires is the component named most often, in 63 complaints (16.6% of all 379), followed by Engine and Engine Cooling (61) and Steering (46).

Components named most often in Ford F-Super Duty complaints (top 15)

Components named most often in Ford F-Super Duty complaints (top 15)
Component	Complaints	Share of complaints
Tires	63	16.6%
Engine and Engine Cooling	61	16.1%
Steering	46	12.1%
Power Train	45	11.9%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	40	10.6%
Engine	38	10.0%
Electrical System	33	8.7%
Suspension	28	7.4%
Vehicle Speed Control	23	6.1%
Fuel System, Gasoline	15	4.0%
Fuel System, Diesel	14	3.7%
Service Brakes	11	2.9%
Fuel/Propulsion System	10	2.6%
Wheels	9	2.4%
Exterior Lighting	8	2.1%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Ford F-Super Duty recalls

10 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name F-Super Duty, newest first. The 10 campaigns cover model years 1995 to 2001. The 1997, 1999 and 2000 model years appear in the most campaigns (3 each).

10 recall campaigns

Ford F-Super Duty recall campaigns covering each model year
Decade	Years ending in 0	Years ending in 1	Years ending in 2	Years ending in 3	Years ending in 4	Years ending in 5	Years ending in 6	Years ending in 7	Years ending in 8	Years ending in 9
1990s						1995: 1 campaign	1996: 2 campaigns	1997: 3 campaigns	1998: no campaigns	1999: 3 campaigns
2000s	2000: 3 campaigns	2001: 1 campaign

Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

NHTSA campaign 01V106000
Reported Mar 27, 2001
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap
Model year 2001
Vehicle description: F-Super Duty crew cab pickup trucks (F-350 short wheelbase trucks equipped with a 6 3/4' pickup box and dual rear wheels) were built after a change was implemented to delete a clamp, and later a bracket that provided a ground for the fuel filler pipe. The pickup box may not have been properly grounded.
Consequence:
Without proper grounding, an electrostatic discharge could result during fuel fill up, potentially leading to a fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will install a fuel filler pipe ground. Owner notification began March 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Filed by Ford Motor Company
NHTSA campaign 00V254000
Reported Sep 6, 2000
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Model year 2000
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. These vehicles may have a mis-routed wire harness that attaches to the brake pedal position switch. The wire could rub on the steering column, resulting in a short circuit and a blown fuse, causing a loss of stop lamp function.
Consequence:
This would fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and could lead to a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the wire harness to the brake pedal switch. Owner notification began September 25, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Filed by Ford Motor Company
NHTSA campaign 00V170000
Reported Jun 19, 2000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages
Model year 2000
Vehicle description: F-Super Duty stripped motor home chassis because they may have a missing or partially installed brake pedal to master cylinder pushrod retaining clip.
Consequence:
If the clip is missing or falls out, the pushrod could disconnect from the brake pedal, resulting in the operator being unable to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the retaining clip installation. Missing or partially installed clips will be properly installed. In addition, dealers will also inspect vehicles for lower than intended wheel lug nut torque; incomplete transmission shift cable installation; steering column shift lever bracket bolt torque lower than intended; steering gear bracket fastener torque lower than intended; and lower steering column yoke bolt torque lower than intended.
Filed by Ford Motor Company
NHTSA campaign 99V265000
Reported Sep 20, 1999
Vehicle Speed Control
Model years 1999–2000
Vehicle description: super duty trucks and chassis-cabs equipped with 5.4L manual transmission powertrains. The accelerator cable core wire can wear the cable conduit end fitting due to a fifteen degree angle it makes with the conduit at the throttle body end. This could also lead to wear or separation of strands of the core wire, which could prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.
Consequence:
A "stuck" throttle could adversely affect vehicle control.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable and throttle body.
Filed by Ford Motor Company
NHTSA campaign 98V304000
Reported Dec 2, 1998
Vehicle Speed Control
Model year 1999
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. The accelerator cable is susceptible to freezing. Water can accumulate in the end fitting and can freeze at temperatures of 32 degrees fahrenheit and below. The ice could prevent the accelerator from returning to idle.
Consequence:
Increased stopping distance would be required, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable with a revised accelerator cable.
Filed by Ford Motor Company
NHTSA campaign 98V070000
Reported Apr 1, 1998
Vehicle Speed Control › Cables
Model year 1999
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. The accelerator cable is susceptible to freezing. Water can accumulate in the end fitting and at temperatures of 32 degrees fahrenheit and below, can freeze. The ice could prevent the accelerator from return to idle.
Consequence:
Increased stopping distance would be required, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable with a revised accelerator cable.
Filed by Ford Motor Company
NHTSA campaign 97V209000
Reported Nov 13, 1997
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (EGR Valve)
Model years 1995–1997
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. Hot exhaust gasses can leak from the exhaust gas return (EGR) tube on the engine. A hole can develop in the flexible section of the tube. Heat damage to the passenger compartment floor and floor covering can occur.
Consequence:
Depending on the materials used in the construction of the completed vehicle, ignition of these materials could occur resulting in a vehicle fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the EGR tube.
Filed by Ford Motor Company
NHTSA campaign 97V187000
Reported Oct 29, 1997
Tires › Bead
Model year 1997
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and chassis. The tires on these vehicles were damaged during mounting onto the wheels. Only trucks produced at the cuautitlan, Mexico plant between September 1, 1996, and July 17, 1997, were affected by the defect.
Consequence:
The bead area of the tire was cut which could result in air loss. Sudden air loss could occur resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
Remedy:
Due to the age of the vehicles and this recall affecting original equipment tires only, Ford will no longer accept claims for this campaign.
Filed by Ford Motor Company
NHTSA campaign 96V177000
Reported Sep 18, 1996
Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery › Cables
Model year 1997
A plastic coated steel support strap for the battery cable was damaged when it was crimped onto the cable.
Consequence:
This damage can result in the battery cable developing a short to ground. A shorted battery cable can result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the cable insulation and replace the support strap with a revised, uncrimped strap attached with tape. In addition, convolute will be added between the cable and the support strap. Damaged battery cables will be replaced.
Filed by Ford Motor Company
NHTSA campaign 96V146000
Reported Aug 1, 1996
Structure › Frame and Members
Model year 1996
The crossmember frame gussets were installed with undersized threaded fasteners following a breakdown of the production rivet gun that is generally used. This gusset is the attachment point for the rear strap of the mid-ship fuel tank.
Consequence:
The subject fasteners can separate causing in the rear strap of the affected fuel tank to become disconnected. A loose or disconnected rear strap allows the fuel tank to possibly contact the road surface increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the crossmember gusset fasteners with the specified alternative fasteners (bolts).
Filed by Ford Motor Company

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means

What each recall field means
Field	What it tells you
Campaign number	NHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
Component	The system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
Summary	What the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
Consequence	The safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
Remedy	What the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.

Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Ford F-Super Duty questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Ford F-Super Duty have?

NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recall campaigns for the Ford F-Super Duty, covering model years 1995 to 2008. The most recent, 01V106000, was reported on March 27, 2001 and is filed under “Fuel system, gasoline”. The 1997, 1999 and 2000 model years are covered by the most campaigns (3 each).

Which Ford F-Super Duty model year has the most complaints?

The 1999 model year, with 93 of the 379 complaints in NHTSA’s file (24.5%). The next are 2000 (63) and 2002 (34). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Ford F-Super Duty complaint?

Tires is the component named most often: 63 complaints, or 16.6% of all 379. Engine and Engine Cooling (61) and Steering (46) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Ford F-Super Duty?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Ford dealer.

How many Ford F-Super Duty complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 379 complaints, 15 report a crash, 11 a fire, 12 at least one injury and 1 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

8 models · most complaints first

The Ford models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the Ford VIN decoder with every Ford model page, WMI code and VIN note.

Ford F-150 1995–2027 · 158 recalls · 35,790 complaints
Ford Explorer 1995–2027 · 131 recalls · 31,089 complaints
Ford Escape 2000–2026 · 95 recalls · 27,343 complaints
Ford Fusion 2006–2020 · 46 recalls · 22,383 complaints
Ford Focus 1999–2018 · 36 recalls · 22,086 complaints
Ford Windstar 1995–2005 · 33 recalls · 14,108 complaints
Ford Edge 2004–2024 · 43 recalls · 14,009 complaints
Ford Taurus 1995–2019 · 52 recalls · 12,702 complaints

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.

Ford F-Super Duty complaints by model year

Most-reported Ford F-Super Duty components

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

Ford F-Super Duty recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap

Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages

Vehicle Speed Control

Vehicle Speed Control

Vehicle Speed Control › Cables

Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (EGR Valve)

Tires › Bead

Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery › Cables

Structure › Frame and Members