Should I buy a 2019 Ford F-350 with documented engine problems?

Depends on the price and the specific vehicle. Documented engine issues should be priced into the purchase — if the seller is asking full retail, negotiate down by the expected repair cost. A pre-purchase inspection from an independent shop tells you whether THIS specific vehicle has already shown the symptoms or not.

2019 Ford F-350 engine problems

severe Owners of the 2019 Ford F-350 have filed 13 NHTSA complaints about the engine at roughly $3,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See engine across all vehicles →

Complaints

Recalls

Avg fix

$3,100

engine complaints on the Ford F-350, by model year
Model year	engine complaints
2015 F-350	25
2016 F-350	14
2017 F-350	12
2018 F-350	5
2019 F-350 (this page)	13
2020 F-350	7
2021 F-350	9
2022 F-350	8

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When does it fail?

Of the 13 engine complaints filed for the 2019 Ford F-350, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.

0-25k

0 (0%)

25-50k

0 (0%)

50-75k

0 (0%)

75-100k

1 (100%)

100-125k

0 (0%)

125-150k

0 (0%)

150k+

0 (0%)

Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.

What stands out

No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 18V894000 December 18, 2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater

When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S45.

The failure pattern owners describe

Owners of the 2019 F-350 with the 6.7L Powerstroke report a pattern of serious engine-related failures across multiple systems. The CP4 fuel pump sheds metal shards into the fuel tank and injectors, causing complete fuel system failure and stranding owners with no warning light. Fuel filter hose connections fail due to brittle clips, spraying diesel into the engine bay—a fire hazard. The factory-welded DPF filter housing cracks at connection points, a defect Ford acknowledges but refuses to warranty, with replacement costs exceeding $6,300.

Oil pan leaks appear as early as 57,000 miles, dripping onto ground. Emissions sensors fail around 54,000 miles. MAF sensor malfunction forces trucks into limp mode and can shut the engine off suddenly. Complete engine and turbocharger failures have occurred at 84,000–87,000 miles with abnormal noises preceding failure. An oil separator issue causes sludge buildup.

Ford has issued service bulletins for known defects (DPF cracks, MAF problems, oil separator issues) but has not recalled them. Some owners were sold 2019 trucks without emissions sensors, yet Ford eliminated these sensors entirely on 2022 models—suggesting awareness of the durability problem. Dealers deny warranty coverage by classifying components like the DPF as consumables. Repair costs commonly exceed $1,000, with major failures requiring $6,300+ investment.

Same Ford F-350 engine reports on nearby years: 2016 · 2017

Failure modes owners describe

Fuel pump internal failure with metal contamination

CP4 fuel pump deteriorates internally, shedding metal shards into the fuel system. This clogs fuel injectors and damages the entire fuel system. Failure occurs suddenly with no warning light, leaving owners stranded.

When: 164,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Engine loses motive power while driving; Power Reduced Mode message displayed; Engine shutdown with no warning light; Metal shards found in fuel tank

Codes mentioned: Fuel system leak code, Check engine light (delayed or absent)

Repairs/costs cited: Full fuel system rebuild required. Metal contamination found in fuel tank and fuel injectors. Dealer estimate not provided in narrative.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; referred contact to NHTSA. No recall or TSB mentioned.

Fuel filter connection failure and fuel line deterioration

Fuel filter hose connection fails due to brittle clip material that crumbles. Diesel fuel sprays into engine bay, creating fire hazard. Hose blows off again after reattachment. Owners report this as a widespread issue online.

When: Service interval (not specified mileage)

Symptoms owners cite: Fuel line blows off at fuel filter connection while parked at stop sign; White clip holding hose crumbles apart; Fuel sprays over engine bay; Hose fails again after reattachment; Fire hazard from fuel saturation

Repairs/costs cited: Entire fuel line replacement required. Cost: approximately $1,000. Filter was being serviced per manufacturer guidelines.

DPF filter housing crack at factory weld

Factory weld on DPF filter housing cracks at the piping connection just before flange. Owners report this as a known defect on 2017–2020 F-250 and F-350 Powerstrokes. Ford acknowledges the issue but denies warranty coverage, classifying it as a consumable filter.

When: Not specified

Symptoms owners cite: Check engine code P2002 (DPF system failure); Cracked DPF filter housing at factory weld location

Codes mentioned: P2002

Repairs/costs cited: DPF filter and housing replacement required. Dealer estimate: over $6,300. Only dealer can perform replacement.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Ford denies warranty coverage, stating DPF is a consumable filter not covered. Known problem acknowledged by Ford.

Upper oil pan leak

Upper oil pan develops leak, dripping oil onto ground. Occurs at relatively low mileage. Multiple owners report similar failures.

When: 57,000 miles and 123,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Oil drips onto ground while parked; Abnormal burning odor and white smoke from under hood; No warning light illuminated

Repairs/costs cited: Oil pan replacement required. Repair not yet completed in reported cases.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified. No recall or TSB mentioned.

Diesel particulate matter sensor failure

Particulate matter sensor fails, triggering emission fault codes. Sensor may crack internally. Ford sold some 2019 trucks without this sensor and eliminated it from 2022 models, suggesting known durability issue.

When: 54,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Check engine light illuminates; Emission fault code 22E02 (particulate matter sensor)

Codes mentioned: 22E02

Repairs/costs cited: Sensor replacement cost $816. If sensor is cracked, additional diagnostic cost $1,259. Owner reports this is a documented Ford problem.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Ford has issued service bulletins. Some 2019 trucks sold without sensor; eliminated from 2022 models onward.

Engine failure (blown engine)

Complete engine failure requiring full engine replacement. Occurs suddenly with no warning indicators. Cause not specified in complaint.

When: 84,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Engine failure/stoppage while driving; No warning indicators illuminated before failure

Repairs/costs cited: Engine replacement performed at Haley Ford Richmond.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer contacted but specifics redacted per FOIA.

Engine and turbocharger failure

Abnormal clanking from engine compartment indicates internal engine or turbocharger damage. Both components require replacement at relatively low mileage.

When: 87,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Abnormal clanking sound from engine compartment; Engine and turbocharger failure

Repairs/costs cited: Engine and turbocharger replacement required. Repair not yet completed.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified but offered no assistance.

Mass air flow (MAF) sensor malfunction

MAF sensor malfunction prevents diesel regeneration and triggers limp mode. Known issue documented in Ford service bulletin for 6.7L engines. Can cause sudden engine shutdown with little notice, leaving owner stranded.

When: Not specified

Symptoms owners cite: Truck refuses to regenerate (regen); Vehicle enters limp mode; Sudden engine shutdown possible; No warning before shutdown

Repairs/costs cited: MAF sensor service/replacement. Cost reported as over $1,100.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Ford issued technical service bulletin for 6.7L engines. No formal recall issued. No owner warning provided.

Oil separator sludge buildup and failure

Oil separator fails and causes sludge accumulation in engine. Ford is aware of the issue but has not issued recall or customer notification. Consequences of sludge buildup not specified in complaint.

When: Not specified

Symptoms owners cite: Oil separator failure; Sludge buildup in engine

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Ford aware of issue. No recall issued. No customer information provided.

Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.

What owners are reporting 1 most recent

engine · 84,000 mi · filed 12/30/2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Ford f-350. While driving, the engine failed. The vehicle was taken to haley Ford richmond (10724 jefferson davis hwy, richmond, va 23237) where it was diagnosed that the motor was blown. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was contacted. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000. Information redacted pursuant…

Had engine trouble with your 2019 Ford F-350? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the engine problem on the 2019 Ford F-350?

It's a meaningful issue. 13 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.

At what mileage does the engine typically fail?

Based on the 13 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 90,886 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine 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 engine?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover engine issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Ford/F-350. 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. Some links on this page are affiliate links.