Ford F-250
The 2026 Ford F-250 boasts an excellent initial reliability record with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting strong build quality.
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2011 modelSpecifications by model year
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Cab type | Steering location | Seat rows | Axles | Wheels | Entertainment system | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Cab type: Crew/Super Crew/Crew Max, Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | Crew/Super Crew/Crew Max | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 3 | — | — | — | Cab type: Regular, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4 | — | Regular | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | 3 | — | — | — | Cab type: Regular, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Entertainment system: CD + Stereo, Seat rows: 1 | Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 148 | — | Regular | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 1 | — | 4 | CD + Stereo | 148 | — | — |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | 3 | — | — | — | Cab type: Crew/Super Crew/Crew Max, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 141.6, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | — | Crew/Super Crew/Crew Max | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | — | 141.6 | 17 | 17 |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 3-6 | 4 | 1659 | 58.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | adaptiveCruiseControl | parkAssist | Rollover | Rated vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | optional | optional | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — |
| 2019 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | optional | — | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | optional | — | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2011 Ford F-250 Super Crew PU/CC 4x4 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2011 Ford F-250 Super Crew PU/CC 4x4 |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Ford F-250 boasts an excellent initial reliability record with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting strong build quality.
2025
The 2025 Ford F-250 starts with an excellent reliability record, boasting zero recalls and zero complaints.
2024
The 2024 Ford F-250 boasts an excellent initial reliability record with zero recalls and complaints.
2023
The 2023 Ford F-250 boasts an excellent reliability record with zero recalls and complaints, making it a strong contender for buyers prioritizing dependability.
2022
The 2022 Ford F-250 is a capable truck, but potential buyers should be aware of significant powertrain and electrical system concerns.
2021
The 2021 Ford F-250 is about average for reliability, so condition and maintenance history matter.
2020
Approach the 2020 Ford F-250 with caution; its reliability is rated below average, primarily due to significant steering and suspension issues, notably the 'death wobble.' Confirm the seat recliner recall has been addressed.
2019
The 2019 Ford F-250 is a capable heavy-duty truck, but its "Below Average" reliability verdict and the severe "death wobble" issue make it a high-risk used purchase.
2018
Approach the 2018 Ford F-250 with caution; its below-average reliability is dominated by severe steering and suspension issues, commonly known as 'death wobble'.
2017
Approach with caution: The 'death wobble' phenomenon, a critical issue affecting steering and suspension, makes the 2017 Ford F-250 a high-risk used purchase.
2013
The 2013 Ford F-250 is about average for reliability, so condition and maintenance history matter.
2012
Approach the 2012 Ford F-250 with caution; its below-average reliability is significantly impacted by a prevalent and severe steering and suspension issue known as 'death wobble'.
2011
Approach the 2011 Ford F-250 with caution; its below-average reliability is primarily driven by critical steering and suspension issues, often termed 'death wobble,' which can lead to a loss of control.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Ford F-250?
Carfocal currently has 13 published F-250 reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Ford F-250 boasts an excellent initial reliability record with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting strong build quality.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Ford F-250 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Ford F-250. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 ford f-250 boasts an excellent initial reliability record with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting strong build quality. and the 2026 ford f-250 is positioned as an excellent used-car value, primarily due to its outstanding initial reliability record. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
13 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Ford F-250?
Across Carfocal's published F-250 guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads Replacement, Tire Replacement, and Transmission Fluid and Filter Service. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads Replacement, Tire Replacement, and Transmission Fluid and Filter Service.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 13
- Years tracked
- 13
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints