Ford F-250 Super Duty best and worst years

Each year is compared with the typical (middle) complaint count of the heavy-duty trucks we cover from the same model year, using owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Comparing within a year is fairer than one overall ranking, because older trucks have had more time to collect complaints.

Fewest complaints for their age

200977 complaints vs. 82 typical
2003294 complaints vs. 290 typical
2014168 complaints vs. 149 typical
2013116 complaints vs. 102 typical
2007114 complaints vs. 98 typical

Most complaints for their age

20191,158 complaints vs. 105 typical
20171,155 complaints vs. 245 typical
2011370 complaints vs. 105 typical
2018397 complaints vs. 127 typical
2012323 complaints vs. 106 typical

Every year

Year	Complaints	Typical that year	Compared
2003	294	290	About average
2004	408	348	About average
2005	439	376	About average
2006	495	384	Above average
2007	114	98	About average
2008	338	286	About average
2009	77	82	About average
2010	113	62	Above average
2011	370	105	Above average
2012	323	106	Above average
2013	116	102	About average
2014	168	149	About average
2015	297	178	Above average
2016	289	131	Above average
2017	1,155	245	Above average
2018	397	127	Above average
2019	1,158	105	Above average
2020	263	112	Above average
2021	165	74	Above average
2022	126	103	About average

Years not listed are too new to compare fairly, have too few trucks to compare against, or NHTSA lumps them in with other trucks.

What each generation is known for

1999–2004
7.3L and 6.0L Power Stroke diesel, 5.4L V8 and 6.8L V10 gas
The durable 7.3L diesel's weak spot is the cam sensor; gas engines can blow out spark plugs; 2003–2004 brought the troubled 6.0L.
2005–2007
6.0L Power Stroke diesel, 5.4L V8 and 6.8L V10 gas
Front-end shake is reported on every engine, and the 6.0L diesel needs proof of 'bulletproofing' work.
2008–2010
6.4L Power Stroke diesel, 5.4L V8 and 6.8L V10 gas
Front-end shake and steering wear lead the complaints; the 6.4L diesel is known for radiator leaks and fuel in the oil.
2011–2016
6.7L Power Stroke diesel
Front-end shake is the top complaint by far; the 6.7L's high-pressure fuel pump is the costliest risk, and 2011–2012 add turbo and sensor issues.
2017–2019
6.7L Power Stroke diesel and 6.2L V8 gas
More than half of all complaints describe front-end shake (death wobble), with no recall issued; several other recalls to check.
2020–2022
6.7L Power Stroke diesel, 7.3L V8 and 6.2L V8 gas
Front-end shake drops sharply; the new 10-speed transmission and a diesel fuel pump recall lead the complaints.
2023–2026
6.7L Power Stroke diesel (standard and high output), 7.3L V8 and 6.8L V8 gas
Too new for clear patterns; recalls for axle shafts, a driveshaft weld and software are the main things to check.

Read this before deciding. Complaint counts aren't reliability scores. Best-selling trucks collect more complaints simply because more are on the road, and one widely reported problem (or a recall) can drive a year's numbers. The condition and history of the specific truck you're looking at matter more than its year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and bring our inspection checklist.