2020 Ford F-250 SD fuel system, diesel problems
36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, diesel on the 2020 Ford F-250 SD — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a no-start condition and was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. However, the contact was informed that the repair was…”
filed Sep 2, 2026
“The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, while driving 40 MPH approximately two months later, the vehicle was running rough and stalled. The check engine warning light was…”
filed Aug 11, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to…Campaign 26V158000 · Mar 17, 2026
- Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to…Campaign 24V957000 · Dec 20, 2024
Fuel System, Diesel problems in other F-250 SD years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 F-250 SD | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 F-250 SD | 5 | 4% |
| 2021 F-250 SD | 25 | 15% |
| 2019 F-250 SD | 13 | 1% |
| 2018 F-250 SD | 7 | 2% |
| 2017 F-250 SD | 12 | 1% |
| 2016 F-250 SD | 10 | 3% |
| 2015 F-250 SD | 11 | 4% |
| 2014 F-250 SD | 1 | 4% |
| 2013 F-250 SD | 2 | 10% |
| 2012 F-250 SD | 2 | 4% |
| 2011 F-250 SD | 5 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2020 Ford F-250 SD
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.