2020 Ford F-250 SD Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 77about this part
- Share
- 29%of 269 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 77 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2020 Ford F-250 SD, 29% of the 269 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,000 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Motor has a nkocking tapping sound like and old school type writer and gets loud at times when ideling and some time really loud anfter driving it fo rw whlle, (diesel engine doesn't sound like that),Ford engineering at factory knows what the problem is but refuses to allow dealership to repair it and replace the parts. Transmission had snecor and valve body go out caused transmission to lock up in 10th gear and stalling out. …”
NHTSA complaint #11413605, filed 2021-04, 150 miles“When slowing down to a stop slowly the truck bumps/clunks and surges. This is intensified if the transmission is warm. Also when going up a hill under a load there is a gear noise from the rear of the truck.”
NHTSA complaint #11399880, filed 2021-03, 1,500 miles“Vehicle demonstrates repeatable uncommanded acceleration when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear. Also demonstrates uncommanded acceleration when engine braking engages. Occasionally vehicle operates at a uncommanded high idle of 1200-1500 RPM vs the normal 600. Mostly happens when slow maneuvering such as in a parking lot or other tight space. It has happened ever since new and it has 5100 miles on it now. Purchasing dealer said it was normal. Others are reporting the same issue in forums online.”
NHTSA complaint #11389163, filed 2021-01, 5,100 miles“AT 107,000 I lost 10th gear on the highway while pulling a trailer and was almost involved in a collision. The collar of the f250 10 speed is just as bad as the 2018 10 speed on f150s and they are failing at 100k. Complete new transmission needed. This should be recalled and i should be refunded. This is insanely dangerous to lose power while driving”
NHTSA complaint #11689515, filed 2025-09“Pulled into my driveway, put vehicle in park and vehicle rolled away. Dealer says transmission needs to be replaced. NHTSA bulletin 22s22 is a roll away risk for 2020 F-250 but my VIN is not included in this recall but I fear more vehicles were affected by this then what ford reported”
NHTSA complaint #11771505, filed 2026-10Related recalls
- 22V256000Apr 14, 2022Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A washer within the…Covers: Ford F-250 SD 2020, F-350 SD 2020, F-550 SD 2020 +1 more
- 20V365000Jun 23, 2020Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Super-Duty F-250, F-350, and F-550 diesel pickups. The transmission torque converter damper plate was not…Covers: Ford F-250 SD 2020, F-350 SD 2020, F-550 SD 2020
Related service bulletins
- 11038166Oct 6, 2026For 20202026 vehicles equipped with the 10R140 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test has been introduced in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS)…
- 11037979Oct 1, 2026This bulletin supersedes 24-2249. Reason for update: update the claim quantity of the torque converter nuts, part number and claim quantity of the front support assembly bolt…
- 11032694May 6, 2026This bulletin supersedes 25-2549. Reason for update: To add 2020 model year chassis cab vehicles. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an…
- 11029923Mar 5, 2026This article supersedes TSB 24-2249 to update the claim quantity of the torque converter nuts, part number and claim quantity of the front support assembly bolt washers, and part…
- 11029081Feb 17, 2026For 20172026 vehicles equipped with a 10R transmission, a revision to the Road Testing Vehicle procedure has been made in the WSM, located in Section 307-01 > Diagnosis and…
- 11025854Nov 26, 2025This article supersedes TSB 25-2322 to update the Service Procedure, Labor Operations and Parts List. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an…
- 11021796Aug 7, 2025This article supersedes TSB 23-2160 to update the parts list. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions: * An…
- 11020894Jul 18, 2025This article supersedes TSB 25-2200 to update the parts list to add the new camshaft and tappet service kit and add F-650/F-750. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model…
- 11019659Jun 11, 2025This article supersedes TSB 23-2076 to update the powertrain control module (PCM) software level addressing the condition. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement…
- 11019495Jun 6, 2025Some 2020-2025 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 10R140 automatic transmission may exhibit a delayed engagement into drive and/or reverse on initial start-up. The condition…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 11% |
| 2024 | 7 | 18% |
| 2023 | 7 | 16% |
| 2022 | 22 | 17% |
| 2021 | 25 | 15% |
| 2020 | 77 | 29% |
| 2019 | 46 | 4% |
| 2018 | 16 | 4% |
| 2017 | 25 | 2% |
| 2016 | 14 | 5% |
| 2015 | 19 | 6% |
| 2014 | 2 | 8% |
| 2013 | 2 | 10% |
| 2012 | 3 | 5% |
| 2011 | 10 | 8% |
| 2010 | 3 | 9% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 7 | 5% |
| 2007 | 3 | 6% |
| 2006 | 1 | 0% |
| 2005 | 16 | 5% |
| 2004 | 21 | 8% |
| 2003 | 20 | 11% |
| 2002 | 12 | 5% |
| 2001 | 45 | 16% |
| 2000 | 21 | 9% |
| 1999 | 23 | 9% |
| 1997 | 8 | 21% |
| 1995 | 1 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2020 Ford F-250 SD
64 complaintsSteering
46 complaintsEngine
29 complaintsSuspension
29 complaintsElectrical system
27 complaintsOther or unknown
27 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
14 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
9 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 Ford F-250 SD
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology