2019 Ford F-250 SD: check engine light

Filed Jan 9, 2026 · Engine · 205,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. While driving at approximately 20 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer stated that the cause of the abnormal sound and the illuminated check engine warning light was unknown. The contact was notified of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to have the VIN added to the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 205,000.

Filed Jul 25, 2025 · Electrical, Fuel system · 190,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the passenger’s side headlight bulb was blown, and the battery was not operating as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the headlight bulb was replaced; however, the bulb failed to illuminate. The vehicle was returned to the dealer two more times and the headlight bulb was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to another certified mechanic and the headlight bulbs were replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle intermittently failed to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted and advised the contact to replace the battery and filters. The contact replaced the battery and filters; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that there were metal shavings inside the fuel. The filters were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The dealer informed the contact that a defective fuel pump had caused the failure and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.

Filed May 6, 2025 · Fuel system · TX

•I was driving the truck from Houston to Dallas. I got a warning on the dash of reduced power and the check engine light came on. •Safety was somewhat of a concern because of reduced power while on the highway. Being able to get to my destination was in question as was keeping up with traffic. •The dealer quickly diagnosed the issue as a a failure of the CP4 high pressure fuel pump. This is a known and widespread issue with this truck and engine. •Truck has been inspected by the dealership. •There was no warning until the failure itself.

Filed Feb 7, 2025 · Fuel system · 170,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at various speeds, the message (Reduced Power) was displayed, the vehicle decelerated to 50 MPH and the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the fuel system was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V957000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL) as the probable cause for the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Feb 6, 2025 · Fuel system · 175,000 miles · NV

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder and turn off the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to restart. The contact performed a visual inspection of the engine compartment but did not find a failure. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the Cam-Driven High-Pressure Fuel Pump (CP4), observing that metal shavings had been circulated throughout the fuel system and the engine, resulting in damages to the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, who confirmed the diagnostic result. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Action Number: PE24014 (Fuel System, Diesel, Fuel System, Other). The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 175,000.

Filed Jan 22, 2025 · Fuel system · 125,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 to 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to a dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed, and there were metal shavings inside the fuel system. The dealer determined that the fuel system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost and was towed back to the residence and was not been driven since. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

Filed Jan 2, 2025 · Fuel system · 160,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle began to lose automotive power before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was later towed to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Jun 24, 2024 · Engine, Fuel system · NC · fire

I was driving my truck with no prior issues nor check engine light warnings, suddenly my truck began to lose speed, warning light came on instrument panel stating something to the effect of reduced power, I heard a loud noise (similar to the sound of a tire blown), as I looked out of the drivers side window I observed flames coming from the left front fender well. I was able to pull out of traffic coasting off into the median. Once in the median My wife and myself had to evacuate the truck immediately for our own safety. the engine compartment was rapidly becoming fully involved with fire. Attempted to extinguish fire with three fire extinguishers, called 911 and waited on fire department to arrive. My truck is now a total lose, I have read that your department has received similar issues that I have described.I felt it necessary to report my issue to hopefully help resolve this issue with Ford trucks.

Filed Sep 12, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · TX · fire

My wife and children we driving when smoke appeared from the engine area, the engine warning lights came on and the engine lost power, the cab filled with smoke from the vents as she got the truck to the side of the road and used one fire extinguisher that we had in the truck others came and helped extinguish with water as well as police and fire dept. A police report is filed as well as a insurance claim and I have asked for a fire investigation, there is a serious problem with this vehicle. Note: This vehicle was just at 5 star ford for recall updates and no issues were noted.

Filed Dec 23, 2020 · Transmission · 22,000 miles · MS

While driving at 55 MPH, the transmission began downshifting going straight from 5th to 1st and coming to a stop in the highway. After stopping, it would not move when pressing the gas pedal. There were no warning or check engine lights before or after it stopped.