Does the 2012 Ford F-450 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2012 Ford F-450, the most recent reported on August 13, 2014 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ford F-450?

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (5 complaints), followed by unknown or other (4).

How many 2012 Ford F-450 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 14 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2012 Ford F-450 recalls and problems

4 recalls and 14 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Ford F-450.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2012 Ford F-450 recalls

Equipment

NHTSA campaign 14V498000 · reported August 13, 2014 · PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co. · 3 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
The risk: The 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.
The fix: PJ's has notified owners and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.

Engine

NHTSA campaign 13V535000 · reported October 30, 2013 · Ford Motor Company · 2,951 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 F-350/450/550 Ambulance Package vehicles manufactured February 22, 2010, through October 19, 2012 and equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine. Due to an exhaust sensor problem, the vehicles may experience loss of power followed by an engine stall.
The risk: An unexpected engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, if this were to occur when the ambulance is transporting a patient, there is an increased risk of injury to the patient.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the exhaust gas temperature sensor, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S10.

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

NHTSA campaign 13V380000 · reported August 23, 2013 · Manning Equipment Inc. LLC · 37 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Manning Equipment Inc. LLC (Manning) is recalling certain model year 2012 Ford F-350, F-450 and F-550 gasoline engined dual rear wheel chassis vehicles manufactured October 2011 through June 2012. The tailpipe on the exhaust system does not extend out beyond the edge of the body, allowing heat to build up in rear curbside storage compartment.
The risk: Excessive heat build up in rear compartment could result in fire.
The fix: Manning Equipment has notified owners, and dealers will install tailpipe extensions free of charge. The recall has already begun. Owners may contact Manning Equipment at 1-502-426-5210.

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 11V582000 · reported December 8, 2011 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 16,091 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 f-150 vehicles manufactured from september 9, 2011, through september 22, 2011, and model year 2012 f-250, f-350, f-450 and f-550 heavy duty vehicles manufactured from september 12, 2011, through september 22, 2011. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 114, theft protection. the transmission can be shifted out of the park position without pressing the brake pedal due to brake shift interlock switch problem.
The risk: This will allow the operator to inadvertently shift the vehicle into gear without the brake pedal being depressed, increasing the risk of a crash or injury to a nearby pedestrian.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake shift interlock switch function and replace the switch if necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on december 22, 2011. Owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine5
Unknown or other4
Steering3
Suspension3
Engine and engine cooling2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Electrical system1
Electronic stability control (ESC)1
Exterior lighting1
Fuel system, gasoline1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Mar 9, 2026 · Fuel system, gasoline · 98,188 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed back to the residence. An independent mechanic arrived at the residence and diagnosed the vehicle with…

Nov 23, 2020 · Electrical system · 67,911 miles
KEY IN IGNITION CIRCUIT IS OPEN - ENGINE LIGHT ON ' FIXD INDICATES INSPECTION ISSUE.

Feb 21, 2020 · Engine
WE HAVE TO REPLACE OUR FUEL TANK BECAUSE THE LINING HAS DELAMINATED. WE HAVE ALREADY HAD TO REPLACE THE ENGINE WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN A RESULT OF THE LINING DETERIORATION.

Apr 23, 2019 · Engine · 38,500 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD F-450. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL AND THE CHECK ENGINE AND OIL PRESSURE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PARK THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AS IT STALLED AND TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THEN TO…

Jun 8, 2016 · Steering · 63,000 miles
I TOOK MY FORD F-450 LARIAT FOR ITS 60,000 MILES SERVICE. AFTER THE SERVICE WAS DONE, WHILE DRIVING IT HOME FROM THE FORD DEALERSHIP (AUTONATION FORD IN CORPUS CHRISTI, TX), ON THE FREEWAY AS SOON AS I GOT TO AROUND 50 MILES PER HOUR THE VEHICLE'S FRONT STARTED TO SHAKE/WOBBLE VERY VIOLENTLY. SPEEDING UP TO THE SPEED…

F-450 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2009	1	0	0	0
2010	1	0	0	0
2011	2	9	0	2
2012	4	14	0	0
2013	1	6	0	0
2014	0	3	1	1
2015	2	6	0	0

Across all years, the 2020 F-450 has the most complaints (24). All Ford F-450 years →

Questions

Does the 2012 Ford F-450 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2012 Ford F-450, the most recent reported on August 13, 2014 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ford F-450?: Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (5 complaints), followed by unknown or other (4).
How many 2012 Ford F-450 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 14 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 9, 2026.