I am very fortunate to have inherited a 2016 F250 crew cab with the 6.7 Powerstroke with only 26k miles. It was my grandparents’ truck. The truck has about 1250 engine hours with 350 being idle hours. I’ve never owned a diesel, and I feel like I’ve jumped down a rabbit hole into the echo chamber of the internet, making me think these trucks and 6.7s are ticking time bombs.
What do I actually need to know and/or worry about with maintaining one of these engines? I drove the truck 2k miles back from Wyoming, had the oil and fuel filters changed before the trip, and it ran like a top the entire way. Any advice and tips would be greatly appreciated.
I’ve put about 15,000 miles on my 2020 6.7 so far, and I’m always treating it rough. I have a heavy foot. Seems solid to me. Probably going to blow up on me now that I say it’s good.
That’s a great truck. Not a ticking time bomb. They’re made to work though, not just Sunday cruisers. My 2005 6.0 is considered a ticking time bomb, but with a solid maintenance plan, it still pulls each week and is solid as can be. Find yourself a reputable Ford shop and have them maintain it until you get to know it. No jiffy lubes.
The first-gen 6.7 is rock solid. The 2011s and some 2012s had teething issues, but by 2016, it was well sorted. That will be a reliable truck for a long time. I’ve seen many work trucks of that generation go over 300k miles. They lasted a long time because the cost of ownership was much lower than the Cummins Rams they replaced.
The 15-16 6.7 is the best yet. Swap out your CCV filter every 50-75k, fuel filters every 15k, and oil filter anywhere from 5-10k miles, your choice. Stick with reputable fuel stations, and if you’re ever at a sketchy station, toss in some diesel treatment for precaution. I’ve done 500k on one, 300k on another, and 50k on my newest. The 6.7 is a great motor, minus the CP4 and CCV filter.
I have a 2011, original owner, 125,000 miles. Very happy and plan to keep it. I wanted to get a Lightning, but couldn’t justify getting rid of this reliable ride.
The internet, as far as repairs go, is an echo chamber. For every broken truck, there are hundreds that aren’t. Don’t let the forums’ doom and gloom scare you.
Have the DPF system checked at a dealer unless it’s deleted. It’s only 26k miles, so that DEF system hasn’t been used enough and could be a problem.
Keep a good fuel system additive regimen for the CP4 and change oil and filters regularly. You’ll be fine.
Take it on long drives and don’t be afraid to put your foot in it. Pull some heavy stuff every once in a while. Diesels benefit from this.
Don’t follow Ford’s recommended fluid regimen. It’s designed to bring you back to the dealer. Change oil every 5-7k miles, trans fluid at 60k miles, and get a coolant test strip to check coolant health.
Wow, that’s a true gem. After the initial 11-14 years when they figured out the 6.7, it’s in the golden age now with just enough electronics and nice design. It will last forever. Nothing to worry about!
No issues with my 2013 6.7L. These are solid engines. There are tons of them around me from 2011+ with over 200k miles and no issues. You only hear complaints online, not about the ones with no problems. They’re solid, don’t be afraid of them.
I also have a 2016 F250 Crew Cab, mine is the Lariat. Bought it in CA, now in ND. I’ve got just over 100k miles on it. I’ve had a couple minor issues: replaced 2 blinker bulbs, oil leak at the vacuum pump, and the #2 DEF heater went out. I’ve noticed a difference in how it operates in the ND winter.
Good trucks. Diesels are just more expensive to maintain and repair. There are far more of them trouble-free than what it seems on the internet. Keep up with regular maintenance, and change those fuel filters regularly. It helps keep the silicone on the pan from leaking and seals fresher. The silicone used isn’t meant for diesel use. Some brand new trucks even leak. For a solid truck, invest in a disaster prevention kit, upgraded cold side charge air pipe, and replace the CCV filter if it hasn’t been done. If you don’t need a diesel, don’t have one unless you have the money for it. They’re expensive to use just for commuting.
That’s a solid truck. Don’t listen to the internet because the only people who tell their stories online are the ones with bad stories. Just make sure you keep up on maintenance and THE MOST IMPORTANT thing is to use good fuel. The real problems with these trucks come from contaminated fuel systems.