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Ford F-250 Inspection Guide

CP4 fuel-pump failure, turbo, and EGR cooler issues.

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The 6.7 Power Stroke is a strong diesel, but the CP4 fuel pump is the big risk.

We check the fuel system, turbo, and cooling on these Super Duty trucks.

Engines you may see
  • 6.7L Power Stroke V8 turbo-diesel
Known problem areas β€” what we check
Costly Safety Common Verify
CP4 fuel-pump failureCostly

The CP4 pump can fail and send metal through the whole fuel system. It's a very big bill.

WE CHECK We check for fuel-system faults and ask about any CP4 protection or past failure.

Turbo issues (early)Costly

Early 6.7 turbos had problems; later ones are better.

WE CHECK We check boost, listen to the turbo, and note the build year.

EGR coolerCommon

The EGR cooler can clog or leak.

WE CHECK We scan for EGR faults and check coolant condition.

Radiator / coolantCommon

Cooling-system issues show up over time.

WE CHECK We check the radiator, hoses, and coolant.

DEF systemVerify

The DEF (diesel exhaust fluid) system can fault.

WE CHECK We scan for DEF and emissions codes.

Focus points
  • Check the fuel system for CP4 health
  • Note the build year for the turbo
  • Scan EGR and DEF systems
  • Check cooling-system condition
Safety record (live from NHTSA)
2019 Ford F-250 SD · Federal RecordsSource: NHTSA.gov
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Service Bulletins
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Common service bulletins (TSBs)

A TSB is a note the maker sends to dealers about a known fix. They are not recalls. We check the bulletins so we know what to look for:

Engine & DrivabilityNHTSA pull

Cold-start noise, drivability, and idle issues for this vehicle. We test for each.

Power Train Β· AutomaticNHTSA pull

Shift quality and transmission fluid updates. We drive every gear.

Electrical & BodyNHTSA pull

Locks, wipers, infotainment, and trim items. Small, but good to know.

Counts are pulled from NHTSA's public Manufacturer Communications file. Full bulletins stay with the maker β€” we use the summaries to guide the inspection.

Common questions
Why is the CP4 such a concern?
If it fails, it can destroy the fuel system. That's the biggest risk on these trucks. We check it.
Are later 6.7s better?
Yes, the turbo and tuning improved. We note the year.
Where do you inspect?
All 48 states.
Recalls?
Yes, we pull them.
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Engine-specific checks, a live recall pull, and a clear report.

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