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2019 FORD F-250

6.7L V8 Power Stroke Diesel•4WD•AUTOMATIC•diesel•turbo
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5-Year Cost of Ownership
$18,272 maintenance + known platform issues
~$3,654/yr · 300¢/mile equivalent · $7,002 maintenance + $8,350 expected platform issues
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Common Problems & Known Issues

The 2019 F-250 with the 6.7L Power Stroke is a workhorse diesel that's generally solid, but the fourth-gen Power Stroke (2017-2019) suffers from a catastrophic CP4.2 high-pressure fuel pump failure issue and some transmission cooling concerns that can sideline trucks unexpectedly.

CP4.2 High-Pressure Fuel Pump Catastrophic Failure

Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 30,000-150,000 mi
Symptoms: Sudden loss of power and no-start condition, Metal shavings found in fuel system, Entire fuel system contaminated when pump grenades internally, Often occurs with no warning after using low-quality or contaminated diesel
Fix: Complete fuel system replacement including injectors, fuel rails, lines, tank cleaning, and CP4.2 pump itself. 25-35 labor hours depending on contamination severity. Many owners opt for CP3 conversion kit during repair to prevent recurrence.
Estimated cost: $8,000-15,000

Transmission Oil Cooler Line Failure and Leaks

Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 60,000-120,000 mi
Symptoms: Transmission fluid pooling under truck near radiator area, Low transmission fluid warnings on dash, Burnt transmission fluid smell, Harsh shifting or slipping when fluid runs low
Fix: Replace transmission oil cooler lines and connections, sometimes requires cooler itself if internal failure. Quick-connect fittings corrode and crack. 3-5 hours labor for lines, 6-8 if cooler is involved.
Estimated cost: $600-1,800

EGR Cooler Clogging and Failure

Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 80,000-150,000 mi
Symptoms: Check engine light with P0401 or P0402 codes (insufficient/excessive EGR flow), White smoke on cold starts, Loss of coolant with no visible external leaks, Reduced power and poor fuel economy
Fix: EGR cooler replacement or delete (off-road only). Cooler clogs with soot or develops internal leaks mixing coolant and exhaust. Ford updated the design in later years. 8-12 hours labor for cooler replacement including EGR valve cleaning.
Estimated cost: $1,800-3,200

Turbocharger Wastegate Rattle and Sticking

Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 70,000-130,000 mi
Symptoms: Rattling noise from engine bay at idle or light throttle, Turbo underboost or overboost codes (P0234, P003A), Intermittent loss of power during acceleration, Excessive black smoke under load
Fix: Turbocharger wastegate actuator replacement or complete turbo replacement if internal damage present. Actuator rod can seize or rattle loose. 6-9 hours labor for turbo R&R on these.
Estimated cost: $1,500-3,500

DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) System Failures

Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 50,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: DEF system fault warnings with speed derate countdown, Poor quality DEF message on dash, DEF heater failures in cold climates causing crystalization, Injector clogging from crystallized DEF
Fix: DEF injector, heater, or quality sensor replacement. Sometimes requires tank flush if contaminated. Truck will limit speed to 5 mph if not addressed before countdown expires. 4-7 hours labor depending on component.
Estimated cost: $800-2,200

Transmission Mount Failure

Common · low severity
Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunking noise when shifting from park to drive or reverse, Excessive driveline vibration, Visible sagging or torn rubber on transmission crossmember mount
Fix: Replace transmission mount and inspect surrounding mounts. Heavy-duty use and diesel torque tear these apart. 1.5-2.5 hours labor.
Estimated cost: $300-600

Rear Axle Seal Leaks (Dana Super 60/70)

Occasional · low severity
Typical onset: 40,000-80,000 mi
Symptoms: Gear oil dripping from rear wheel hubs or differential cover, Oil-soaked backing plates on rear brakes, Low differential fluid causing whining noise
Fix: Axle seal replacement, sometimes requires bearing replacement if seal failure damaged them. 3-4 hours per side labor. If differential cover gasket is leaking instead, 1.5 hours to reseal.
Estimated cost: $400-900
Owner tips
  • Install a CP4.2 fuel pump failure protection kit or budget for CP3 conversion—this is the single biggest financial risk on these trucks
  • Use only top-tier diesel fuel and change fuel filters every 10,000 miles, not Ford's 20,000-mile interval
  • Delete EGR cooler if truck is used off-road only to prevent future failures; otherwise budget for replacement around 100k
  • Service transmission fluid every 40,000 miles despite Ford calling it lifetime—heat kills the 10R140
  • Keep DEF fresh and don't let it sit for months in the tank; use name-brand DEF only
Buy one if you need the towing capacity and can afford the CP4.2 insurance policy—otherwise the 2020+ trucks with updated fuel systems are safer used purchases.
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