2009 Ford F-250 problems & reliability
54 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Ford F-250. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
Federal crash records (FARS 2020–2023): 2009 Ford F-250 vehicles were involved in 31 fatal crashes with 12 occupant deaths. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Steering → | 32 | 59% |
| Suspension → | 28 | 52% |
| Wheels | 6 | 11% |
| Engine | 5 | 9% |
| Tires | 4 | 7% |
| Unknown OR Other | 4 | 7% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 4% |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 4% |
| Power Train | 2 | 4% |
| Electrical System | 1 | 2% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Mileage when problems occurred
Half of the failures with a reported odometer reading occurred by 67,703 miles (middle 50% between 42,250 and 125,871 miles), based on 44 complaints that included mileage.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“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…”
Fuel System, Gasoline · filed Sep 4, 2024
“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…”
Suspension · filed Jul 9, 2024
“Driving and suddenly the entire vehicle will start to shake until slow or near complete stop. I think it’s called a death wobble”
Vehicle Speed Control · filed Feb 5, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
13 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Ford F-250. The 10 most recent:
In monitoring our technical service inquiries and technical service bulletins from Ford, there is the potential for moderate to severe steering wheel oscillation (wobble) to occur. After extensive testing and outside…
PC-01.12.2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 12, 2016
Ford: the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0713 and/or p0710 regarding torqshift transmission. Model 2008-2009 f-53 motorhome chassis, low cab forward, 2008-2010 f-250, f-350…
TSB-13-12-22 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 8, 2014
Roush industries service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. The emission control labels do not meet standards. *rm
ER-2011-001P · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 1, 2011
Ford: some continental tires might have uneven wear, vibration, or the possible tread detachment. 2008-2009 f250/f350. *rm updated 8/3/11. *pe
CSP-11B24 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 14, 2011
Comm-trans lund: some 2009-2011 models may have the air bag inicator flashing with a stored trouble code. This is a software problem. *rm
SIS-21841 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 2011
Ford: 2005-2011 f250/f350. The fuel fill nozzle may automatically shut off too early. *rm
TSB-11-4-3 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 2011
Ford: if there is an intermittent lack of power, surge, or hesitation while driving the brakes will override acceleration. *rm
AS-21769 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 1, 2011
Ford: vehicles may run rough, hard start after refueling, clicking noise under hood, and have trouble codes stored. *rm
TSB11-1-5 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 1, 2011
Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Catalyst y pipe warranty extension.. In some of the affected vehicles, certain vehicle operating conditions can cause the catalyst substrate to crack…
CSP-10M05 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 23, 2010
Ford: supply/return lines installation at high pressure pump-revised washer for trucks equipped with 6.4l engines. When installing supply or return lines at high pressure pump on diesel engines, do not use the bonded…
SB-21434 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 1, 2010
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 2009 Ford F-250 in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 2009 Ford F-250?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
- · Check for unrepaired recalls by VIN on NHTSA’s official lookup — recall repairs are free.
- · Owners most often reported problems around 67,703 miles — budget accordingly if the car is approaching that mileage.