2024 Ford F-350 problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 43 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2024 Ford F-350 has 43 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is electrical at 15 complaints, typically surfacing around 32,000 miles (~$850 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 F-350 | 92 | 0 |
| 2022 F-350 | 106 | 0 |
| 2023 F-350 | 37 | 0 |
| 2024 F-350 (this page) | 43 | 0 |
| 2025 F-350 | 13 | 0 |
| 2026 F-350 | 5 | 0 |
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2024 Ford F-350? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- electrical — 15 owner reports · tends to show around 32,000 mi · ~$850 to fix
- powertrain — 6 owner reports · tends to show around 25,500 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
- steering — 4 owner reports · tends to show around 15,000 mi · ~$700 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: electrical is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 32,000 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 8.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
New SAFTEY ISSUE .... At about 670 miles on the odometer, the cruise control is acting up, Set cruise control to any speed and within less than a minute it jumps up to another value. I.E. set at 45mph, jumps to 61. Set at 50 mph, it jumps to 61. At 70 mph setting it goes to…
When connected to a trailer the instrument panel goes blank. I am unable to se any important information about the truck such as but not limited to coolant temp, oil temp, transmission temp, boost pressure, etc. having driven trucks that pull hard this information is critical.…
I bought a new Ford F350 superdury on 10/24/2025 with 73 miles on it. I drove 110 miles to my parking lot and then on 10/27/2025 morning the vehicle spontaneously caught fire under the dashboard.
The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350. The contact stated that upon approaching the vehicle in the morning during a rainstorm, he observed that both the driver’s and passenger’s side windows had rolled down independently. As a result of the failure, the vehicle had become rain…
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Common questions
Is the 2024 Ford F-350 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 Ford F-350 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2024 Ford F-350?
On the NHTSA data, the 2024 Ford F-350 does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2024 Ford F-350?
Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 15 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 32,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2024 Ford F-350 a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 43 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Typical failure occurs around 32,000 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2024 Ford F-350?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 15 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 32,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 32,000 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Ford F-350 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2024 Ford F-350?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 43 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.