Ford Super Duty Reliability & Safety Explained
For the hardest jobs, knowing how the Ford F-250 reliability compares to the Ford F-350 reliability can help you keep your workers safe while on the site. Handling thousands of pounds becomes much easier with standard and available Ford Super Duty safety technology, like Trailer Sway Control and Pro Trailer Hitch Assist. If you're asking, "Are Ford Super Duty trucks reliable?" then let the 2025 Ford Duty reliability metrics show how high the bar is for the competition.
Read on to see how job-simplifying features and an impressive warranty support the F-350 and F-250 reliability metrics. Then, shop our inventory at Jones Ford Verde Valley.
Ford Super Duty Reliability at a Glance
- From the standard Ford Co-Pilot360™ suite to available features like a Head-Up Display and Intersection Assist, Ford F-Super Duty models prioritize safety.
- According to drivers like you, Ford Super Duty models go the distance, with these trucks rated as some of the most likely to exceed 250,000 miles by iSeeCars
- From the 7.3-liter gas V-8 or the 6.7-liter High-Output Power Stroke diesel V-8, your powertrains are built to last.
- Safely handle up to 40,000 pounds of gooseneck towing capacity1 on the F-350, or 23,000 pounds with the F-250.1
- Feel confident on the road with a three-year/36,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty, and a five-year/60,000-mile Powertrain Warranty.2

Ford Super Duty Safety Features
We start by exploring Ford Super Duty technology, designed to make it easy to hitch up at the start of the day and keep yourself consistently attentive on the road. The standard features of Ford Co-Pilot360™ include handy technology, including the Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and Trailer Sway Control.
These can be upgraded through Ford Super Duty technology packages to elevate your drive and keep yourself focused with options like Adaptive Cruise Control or a 360-Degree Camera. See which vehicles in our new Ford Super Duty inventory have which options below.
Ford F-250 |
Ford F-350 |
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| Feature | XL | XLT | Lariat | King Ranch | Platinum | XL | XLT | Lariat | King Ranch | Platinum |
| Ford Co-Pilot360™ | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trailer Sway Control and Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Forward Collision Warning | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 360-Degree Camera | Available | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Available | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| BLIS w/ Cross-Traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage | Available | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Available | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Pro Trailer Hitch Assist | Available | Available | Available | Standard | Standard | Available | Available | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Available | Available | Available | Standard | Standard | Available | Available | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Keeping System w/ Lane-Keeping Alert, Lane-Keeping and Aid Driver Alert | Available | Available | Available | Standard | Standard | Available | Available | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Unavailable | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard | Unavailable | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Centering | Unavailable | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard | Unavailable | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Head-Up Display | Unavailable | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard | Unavailable | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Post-Collision Braking | Unavailable | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard | Unavailable | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Intersection Assist | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable | Standard | Standard | Unavailable | Unavailable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Skid Plates (4x4) | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| PowerScope Tow Mirrors | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Unavailable | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tremor Off-Road Package | Unavailable | Available | Available | Available | Available | Unavailable | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| 6.8L V-8 | Standard | Standard | Standard | Unavailable | Unavailable | Standard | Standard | Standard | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| 7.3L V-8 | Available | Available | Available | Standard | Standard | Available | Available | Available | Standard | Standard |
| 6.7L Diesel V-8 (Standard/High Output) | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available |

What Is the Safety Rating of the Ford F-250 and F-350?
No official US organization gives a Ford Super Duty safety rating, which is typical for heavy-duty pickups. However, according to J.D. Power, the 2024 Ford Super Duty truck's safety rating for the F-250 is fantastic. For Quality and Reliability, the F-250 scored 83/100.3 The Ford Super Duty reliability rating for 2024 beats competitors like the GMC Sierra 2500 HD and the Ram 2500.3
While no similar F-350 safety rating exists – nor does J.D. Power have a 2025 F-250 safety rating as of this writing – you can believe in these heavy-duty models to continue elevating the lives of hard-working Americans for years to come with a three-year/36,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper warranty.2

How Long Will a Ford Super Duty Last?
Like many of our new Ford vehicles, the F-250 and Ford F-350 reliability features ensure that you can drive them to the work site long after other trucks give up. According to a study from iSeeCars, the F-250 and F-350 are nearly 10% more likely than the average truck to last more than 250,000 miles.4
Now that you've seen how the F-350 and Ford F-250 reliability compare to the competition, it's time to hit the road. Our dealership at Jones Ford Verte Valley can help you finance a Super Duty model with your preferred trim and technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the expected lifespan of a Ford Super Duty truck?
Ford Super Duty trucks are expected to have an incredible lifespan, with many model years reaching 250,000 miles. They only get to that point with proper towing procedures, a consistent maintenance schedule, and careful driving habits. Contact us for more information about how you can keep up your pickup's performance, such as recommended service bay intervals or towing advice.
Are Ford Super Duty trucks good for towing and heavy-duty tasks?
Yes, Ford Super Duty trucks are capable of harder towing and heavy-duty work. The F-250 and F-350 are exceptional trucks capable of up to 22,000 pounds and 30,000 pounds of conventional towing capacity, respectively,1 or more with goosenecks or fifth-wheel towing. Alternatively, you can access a payload limit of up to 8,000 pounds with certain configurations.5
How does the Ford Super Duty handle off-road conditions safely?
Ford Super Duty trucks have several packages to tackle different types of road conditions. For example, the FX4 Off-Road Package offers specially tuned front and rear shocks, skid plates to protect the underbelly, and Hill Descent Control. Climb into a Tremor with an off-road package for 35-inch all-terrain tires and specialized suspension, including 1.7-inch twin-tube dampers.
1When properly equipped. See dealer for details.
2Warranties listed on this web page shall not be solely relied upon. Warranties may be subject to specific terms, restrictions, exclusions, and fees. Additional warranty information may be obtained by visiting the official website of the warranty provider. Contact our dealership for complete details.
4This information is not verified by the official manufacturer and shall serve solely as unofficial general information. For details, visit: https://www.iseecars.com/longest-lasting-cars-study
3Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this rating, visit https://www.jdpower.com/cars/2024/ford/f-250
5Maximum payload capabilities are for properly equipped vehicles with required equipment and vary based on vehicle configuration, accessories, and option content. Horsepower, torque, payload and towing are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.