2009 Ford F-350 SD recalls and problems
The 2009 Ford F-350 SD has 4 safety recalls and 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2009 Ford F-350 SD vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2009 Ford F-350 SD recalls
Recall 14V-360: Equipment
Problem: Palfleet Truck Equipment Company, LLC (Palfleet) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 super duty vehicles modified by Palfleet 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.
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.
Fix: Palfleet will notify 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 July 29, 2014. Owners may contact Palfleet customer service at 1- 502-376-2458.
Recall 14V-328: Equipment
Problem: Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. will notify owners and dealers to inspect the Muncie PTO pressure switch to determine if it is from the range of defective switches and if required, remove the pressure switch assembly and put a plug in the port where the PTO switch had been installed. This switch was never being utilized. This will be done free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-July 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. at 1-800-247-5958.
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.
Fix: Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. will notify 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 July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. at 1-800-247-5958.
Recall 14V-327: Equipment
Problem: Stahl is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles modified by Stahl 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.
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.
Fix: Stahl will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. Owners may contact Stahl customer service at 1-800-277-8245, or Muncie at 1-800-367-7867.
Recall 14V-382: Equipment, Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Somerset Welding & Steel, doing business as J&J Truck equipment (J&J), is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis with 6.8L gasoline engines modified by J&J to be 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.
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.
Fix: Somerset will notify 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 August 2014. Owner's may contact Somerset customer service at 1-800-777-2671.
2009 Ford F-350 SD problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | |
| Tires | 3 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
- Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder — 1
- Air Bags › Frontal — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
- Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,050 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2009 Ford F-350 SD complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Ford F-350 SD years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Ford F-350 SD have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2009 Ford F-350 SD: 14V-360 (equipment), 14V-328 (equipment), 14V-327 (equipment), 14V-382 (equipment, engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Ford F-350 SD?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (3 reports), followed by tires (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,050 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.