2009 Ford F-250 recalls & problems
The 2009 Ford F-250 has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA, and 54 owner complaints. The most-reported problem area is steering (33 complaints).
Safety recalls
No safety recalls have been filed for the 2009 Ford F-250.
Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.
Crash test ratings
2009 Ford F-250 Regular Cab
| Overall | Not Rated |
|---|---|
| Frontal crash | Not Rated |
| Side crash | Not Rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover risk | 23.7% |
2009 Ford F-250 Supercab
| Overall | Not Rated |
|---|---|
| Frontal crash | Not Rated |
| Side crash | Not Rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover risk | 23.7% |
2009 Ford F-250 Supercrew 4-DR.
| Overall | Not Rated |
|---|---|
| Frontal crash | Not Rated |
| Side crash | Not Rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover risk | 23.7% |
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.
What owners report
| Problem area | Complaints | Typical mileage* |
|---|---|---|
| Steering Gear box (other than rack and pinion) | 33 | 67,703 mi |
| Suspension Front › Stabilizer bar; Front › Shock absorber | 29 | 83,500 mi |
| Wheels | 6 | 91,000 mi |
| Engine | 5 | 156,742 mi |
| Tires Tread/belt | 4 | — |
| Unknown or other | 4 | — |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | — |
| Fuel system, gasoline Delivery › Fuel pump | 2 | — |
| Power train | 2 | — |
| Visibility | 1 | — |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 1 | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | — |
*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Recent owner complaints
- Jun 9, 2024 · 128,484 milesEngine
The contact owns a 2009 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the cruise control was inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The dealer changed the filters and sensors. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the fuel tank was contaminated. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case and referred the… - Jul 7, 2024Suspension
While driving at freeway speeds (typically above 50mph) the vehicle will have extended steering oscillation (violent shaking of the steering wheel) after going over normal expansion joints in the roadway and other roadway bumps. It is impossible to control the vehicle steering when oscillations start. Sometimes the only thing that stops the oscillations is slowing, and leaving the freeway. No warning messages or lamps appear. When brought to dealership for repair, was told to contact manufacturer customer service. - Feb 3, 2023Suspension
Driving and suddenly the entire vehicle will start to shake until slow or near complete stop. I think itâs called a death wobble - Feb 1, 2022Engine
Motor gaskets leak oils and cracked and the other one is that when driving the truck it begins to shake aggressively and dangerously to where you can lose control - Sep 21, 2016Suspension
Was driving on the highway when my truck started shaking violently, had to pull over and check what was wrong, but no did not see anything wrong. Took it to the Ford dealership near me. Was told the tires were my problem had them replaced but the shaking continues. Ford does not have an explanation for me. What are my options? - Oct 29, 2021Steering
Death Wobble. Hit a dip in the road steering wheel and whole truck Shakes out of control until you slow WAY down or stop. - Jul 2, 2021Unknown or other
Vehicle shakes violently at highway speeds. Suspected "death wobble." - May 5, 2020 · 55,000 milesUnknown or other
WHEN PUTTING FUEL INTO THE CAR, IT WAS CUT OFF AS IF IT IS FULL, AND NOWHERE NEAR BEING A FULL TANK.
Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.