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.
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.
AI-assisted summary drawn from NHTSA recall data, our labor-times database, and platform knowledge. Not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on a specific vehicle.
Fitment notes: Dual battery system standard on 6.7L Power Stroke; primary battery located in engine compartment on driver side; secondary battery under hood on passenger side
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Fitment notes: Dual battery system standard on 6.7L Power Stroke; primary battery located in engine compartment on driver side; secondary battery under hood on passenger side
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Control Modules — 2019 Ford F-250
Every control module on the 2018-2020 Ford F-250 — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
📍 6R140 auto: integrated with valve body inside transmission (TEHCM); 6R80 auto: integrated with valve body inside transmission (TEHCM); 10R140 auto: integrated with valve body inside transmission (TEHC
🔧 Ford IDS/FDRS + J2534
⚠️ Transmission Electronic Hydraulic Control Module; requires transmission pan removal, fluid replacement, adaptive learning drive cycle
Power Steering Control Module (PSCM)2.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hrwith electric power steering (non-diesel)▸ programming details
📍 Attached to electric power steering column assembly below instrument panel
🔧 Ford IDS/FDRS + J2534
⚠️ Gasoline engines only; diesel uses hydraulic steering with no module
Body Control Module (BCM)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center of instrument panel, above center floor tunnel
🔧 Ford IDS/FDRS + J2534
⚠️ Stores as-built configuration data for entire vehicle; critical for all body functions, lighting, and accessory control
⚠️ Function integrated in BCM; key programming and PCM security link required; listed separately for service reference
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 F-250 and F-350, single rear wheel and dual rear wheel, 4X4 vehicles. The front axles may contain a wheel end yoke that was not properly welded to the axle tube end.
Consequence: An improperly welded axle may affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will inspect the front axle wheel yoke weld location. If the weld is found to be inaccurately located, the axle assembly will be replaced free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S56.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT · 19V688000
2019-09-30
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 F-250 and F-350 vehicles equipped with electronically locking rear differentials. The passenger side rear axle shaft may fail prematurely due to a material issue.
Consequence: A broken passenger side rear axle could result in a loss of drive power and the inability to hold the vehicle still when in Park. If the parking brake is not applied, unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger side rear axle shaft, replacing it 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 19S31.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER · 19V633000
2019-08-28
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."
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
ENGINE · 18V894000
2018-12-18
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causing corrosion and damage.
Consequence: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S45.
Vehicle Info — 2019 Ford F-250
Performance
Horsepower
450hp
Torque
935lb-ft
0–60 mph
6.1sec
Quarter mile
14.6sec
Top speed
98mph
Capability & size
Towing capacity
20,000lb
Payload
4,270lb
Curb weight
7,050lb
Wiper blades
2017-2022 generation (all-new Super Duty); pickup trucks do not have rear wipers
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 2019 Ford F-250 6.7L V8 Power Stroke Diesel and can vary by trim.
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