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2012 Ford F-350 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2012 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component17
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Equipment | 12 |
| Power train | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 |
Safety recalls17
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 10, 202020E090000 | SteeringIf the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20E090000
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| Mar 25, 201515V175000 | Power train: automatic transmission control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V175000
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| Aug 18, 201414V507000 | EquipmentThe leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V507000
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| Aug 13, 201414V498000 | EquipmentThe leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V498000
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| Aug 11, 201414V496000 | EquipmentThe leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V496000
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| Aug 8, 201414V494000 | EquipmentThe leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V494000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: F-350 Sd, F-350 Super Duty, F-350. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component183
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 75 | 41 |
| Steering | 75 | 41 |
| Engine | 31 | 17 |
| Unknown or other | 18 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 16 | 9 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 14 | 8 |
| Wheels | 13 | 7 |
| Power train | 10 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 5 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 3 |
| Tires | 6 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 2 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 2 |
7 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names F-350 Regular Cab, F-350 Super Crew, F-350 Supercab.
Latest reports
- Engine
“The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the message "Loss of Engine Power" was displayed before the vehicle stalled.”
- Seats
“Death wobble”
- Engine
“Bosch CP4 High Pressure Fuel Pump failed in transit cost $10,713 to repair only 155k miles on new engine. Diesel fuel spilled from engine on highway, lucky no fire. Ford no help.”
Other Ford F-350 model years
- 20163 recalls209 complaints
- 20154 recalls208 complaints
- 20145 recalls98 complaints
- 201313 recalls86 complaints
- 201216 recalls183 complaints
- 201114 recalls186 complaints
- 201010 recalls52 complaints
- 20099 recalls47 complaints
- 20089 recalls232 complaints
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2012 Ford F-350 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2012 Ford F-350 have?
NHTSA lists 17 safety recall campaigns for the 2012 Ford F-350. The most recent, 20E090000 (reported December 10, 2020), concerns steering. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2012 Ford F-350 recalls for?
The largest group is equipment, with 12 campaigns. Others: power train (2), steering (1), engine (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2012 Ford F-350?
Suspension is the most-reported component, named in 75 complaints out of 183 filed with NHTSA (41%). Across all complaints, owners reported 7 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2012 Ford F-350?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
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