Does the 2020 Ford F-450 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Ford F-450, the most recent reported on August 28, 2019 (Seats: mid/rear assembly, Seats: front assembly, recliner). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ford F-450?

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, diesel (7 complaints), followed by power train (5).

How many 2020 Ford F-450 complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 24 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2020 Ford F-450 recalls and problems

1 recall and 24 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 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.

2020 Ford F-450 recalls

Seats: mid/rear assembly · Seats: front assembly, recliner

NHTSA campaign 19V633000 · reported August 28, 2019 · Ford Motor Company · 639,137 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
The risk: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07.

Most reported problems

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

Fuel system, diesel7
Power train5
Unknown or other4
Electrical system3
Engine2
Vehicle speed control2
Forward collision avoidance1
Fuel system, other1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Latches/locks/linkages1

What owners report

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

Mar 6, 2026 · Fuel system, diesel
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was…

Oct 14, 2025 · Steering · 82,000 miles · crash reported
The contact owned a 2020 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the steering wheel failed to steer in the intended direction. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle had driven independently sideways and then into a deep ditch before coming to a stop. In addition…

Aug 22, 2025 · Fuel system, diesel
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450 The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the…

Aug 17, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system · fire reported
Vehicle caught fire. Fire in the engine compartment after heavy fuel smell/odor.

May 2, 2025 · Fuel system, diesel · 104,717 miles
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The contact stated that while hauling an RV at 65 MPH, with the cruise control feature activated, the message that the "Engine has Stopped - Pull Over Immediately" was displayed, and the…

F-450 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2017	4	21	2	2
2018	3	10	0	1
2019	4	20	1	0
2020	1	24	2	2

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

Questions

Does the 2020 Ford F-450 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Ford F-450, the most recent reported on August 28, 2019 (Seats: mid/rear assembly, Seats: front assembly, recliner). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ford F-450?: Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, diesel (7 complaints), followed by power train (5).
How many 2020 Ford F-450 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 24 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 1 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 6, 2026.