It had a tailgate recall, when recall first came out, they wouldn't look at it. It hadn't caused any damage, or wasn't bad enough. Then they didn't have the parts. Now when they have the parts, they will not fix it because it has to many miles on it. Well DUH! It is a work truck. Causing major insurance claims. and I can't get it fixed?
2019 Ford F-350 body problems
moderate 18 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
18
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
PREVIOUS COMPLAINT #11160684. I TOOK MY NEW F-350 TO FRAMINGHAM FORD FOR A "FROZEN" DOOR LATCH ON 1/17/18. THEY FOLLOWED FORD RECALL 18N03 FOR 2017-18 MODELS. I PICKED IT UP ON 1/19/18 AND THE DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH AGAIN! IT HAD BEEN DRY FOR THREE DAYS. I DON'T THINK IT IS NECESSARILY A FROZEN WATER ISSUE. IT MIGHT BE SOMETHING TO DUE WITH COLD. IT WAS DRY AND COLD, AROUND 22 DEGREES BOTH DAYS THE …
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2019 Ford F-350?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 18 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to body?
No active recalls currently cover body issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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