What's Wrong with the 12th Generation (2009–2014) F-350?

F-350 owners have made 62 complaints about the 2009–2014 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 43rd out of 94 Ford generations in overall reliability, with some engine and suspension concerns.

Compare With Other F-350 Generations

Common 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Problems

Some of the worst issues 12th generation F-350 owners have to deal with.

  1. Swollen and Stuck Lug Nuts

    Most lug nuts are one piece of hardened steel, but Ford chose a design that puts an aluminum cap over a steel core. The cap is notorious for swelling and delaminating when it gets hot, and it’s also a great place to trap moisture and promot…

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  2. MyFord Touch Complaints

    Ford's customer satisfaction has been in steady decline since 2010. MyFord Touch was also released in 2010. This is not a coincidence. The system was Ford's attempt at an all-in-one, in-dash communication and entertainment system. What owne…

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What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

12th Generation (2009–2014) F-350 Key Numbers

  1. 6 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 62 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 43rd in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 94 eligible generations.

Recent 12th Generation (2009–2014) F-350 News

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