2015 Ford F-250 Engine Problems
- 18
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 18 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- loss power · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Catastrophic engine failure caused by broken glow plugs.
ODI 11278786
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford f-250. While driving at an unknown speed, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact performed a diagnostic and found a code that indicated that the diesel exhaust fluid reluctant heater was defective. The contact spoke with two independent mechanics and phil long ford at chapel hills (1565 auto mall loop, colorado springs, co 80920, [redacted]) and was informed that…
ODI 11277609
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owned a 2015 ford f-250. While driving approximately 65 mph, the "low engine power" and "low fuel" messages appeared and the contact detected a burning odor coming from the engine compartment. The contact heard an explosion coming from the engine compartment, which he belived was the master cylinder. The contact then noticed flames under the hood and smoke trailing behind the vehicle. The contact…
Fire reported
ODI 11254063
Engine
The truck has 87,000 miles and i was driving 45 mph, engine light came on the truck jurked like back fire, no brakes no acceleration . Went to the nearest dealer they said the exhaust valve stuck and through the rod through the piston and cylinder wall. Ford says sorry need new engine 10,000.00
ODI 11207573
Engine · Steering
Bought used f250 october 2018 with approximately 55,000 miles. Went into shop for p207f on 12/10/18. Installed ccv collar kit and reprogrammed pcm @ 57,104 miles. 12/24/18 truck back into shop for p207f code. Nox sensors replaced @ 57,473. In january 2020, check engine light and limp mode message displayed. Nox sensors replaced again for p207f code on 1/17/20 @ 69.700 miles approx. Nox sensors only a year old. Per…
ODI 11302411
Engine
Radiator leak on the drivers side was observed after use. Mechanic stated that it was leaking where the metal core attaches to the plastic jug. Purchased ford oem radiator, replaced it and it also leaked. According to ford dealership this is an ongoing issues with this truck. Nothing is being done to correct the problem.
ODI 11138873
Engine
Vehicle is 34 months old with 47,000 miles. Radiator has to be replaced due to leak in the left front area of the radiator. I know i'm over the regular 3year/36,000 mile warranty, but the drive train warranty is still valid. Ford will not cover it. Radiator should not have to be replaced at this age of the vehicle. Isn't radiator part of engine/drive train? I understand this is an on going problem with these trucks.…
ODI 11073562
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
During the epa mandated exhaust regeneration cycle the vehicle begins to shudder uncontrollably along with power loss. This behavior began at around 5,500 miles and now does it at least every other exhaust regeneration. It happens on multiple lane country roads and city roads at around 50 to 60 miles per hour. It seems more specific to the regeneration cycle than any other driving condition or input. Temperature is…
ODI 10790561
Engine
I have a 2015 ford f-250 super duty with a 6.7l diesel. I started having this problem intermittently and only noticed it on hot days while at slow speeds, but it has continued to get worse to the point that it happened with every re-gen, at any outside temperature and almost any speed. It all starts with the notification on the screen of clearing the exhaust filter and has an ok in the corner of the screen. Not sure…
ODI 10782446
Engine
2015 powerstroke 6.7 diesel engine has <15,000 miles. Hammering of engine at all speeds. Lasting less than 8-10 seconds in duration. According to tsb 15-0124 this is a valve and valve guide clearance issue that ford appears well aware of. Recommending major engine work to possibly fix design flaws. The loss of power during operation is dangerous. Vehicle has been in the shop for this issue. Powerstroke forums across…
ODI 10781953
Engine · Power Train
Exhaust region caused extreme rough running engine and loss of power when towing up hill and passing a semi. This caused the semi to almost hit the back of my trailer. This continues to occur with every exhaust regeneration on the 6.7 powerstroke diesel.
ODI 10761821
Engine
The vehicle runs rough, shakes violently and pings loudly when the diesel engine goes through the exhaust cleaning process. The vehicle loses power and requires 1-2 minutes to recover. The condition had occurred at various speeds but mainly when traveling 50-65 mph on multi lane highways.
ODI 10779581
Engine
At times while driving, the vehicle will begin to shake and lose power. The issue occurs during different driving conditions and has happened while merging on the highway. Ford service department was told there wouldn't be a fix until 3/1/2016. It's an issue with the pcm.
ODI 10750229
Engine · Unknown Or Other
I have noticed on several instances while traveling on the freeway between 60-70 mph when the truck goes into regen mode i get a loud valve clatter and a loss of engine power. This could be very dangerous.
ODI 10761990
Engine
When the cleaning exhaust filter message comes on, the truck runs extremely rough and the engine gets a violent shake with loss of power. It also has a loud pinging sound. This lasts for about two minutes. The first occurrence was when merging on to the freeway with the sudden loss of power. I have had the truck in two dealers. Both state this is not normal but ford has indicated it is and will not authorize work…
ODI 10747711
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford f-250. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly became turbulent, shook, and a knocking noise was heard from the engine. The contact would have to park and turn off the vehicle in order to stop the failure from occurring. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer five times. The dealer stated that this was a common failure with the vehicle and there was no remedy. The…
ODI 10823993
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford f-250. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle shook violently without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fourth and fifth cylinders were misfiring and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,200.
ODI 10715761
Engine
When the vehicle is performing a regeneration, and you are going up an incline, the engine can shake and valve knocking can be violent accompanied by a loss of speed and power. The first violent incident that happened was going up a narrow mountain road and fortunately no one was injured. The vehicle has been taken to the ford dealership and contacted ford corporate multiple times and they are unable to correct the…
ODI 10750241