2006 Ford F-450 Sd problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel System, Diesel (11) · Fuel/Propulsion System (6) · Fuel System, Other:fuel Injection System (4)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
27 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Exterior Lighting:brake Lights 2011-07-13 · campaign 11V352000 · 26,715 vehicles
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 THROUGH 2007 MODEL YEAR F-250, F-350, F-450, AND F-550 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQU
Risk: NON-FUNCTIONING LIGHTS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SWITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
Service bulletins (99)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2023-09-07 · SSM 51909 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
when performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving mercon sp, mercon lv has replaced all versions of mercon sp and can be used going forward. mixing mercon lv and mercon sp in the same transmission is acceptable. after 30-jun-2023, mercon sp atf will no longer be manufactured and wi
Equipment 2021-01-27 · SSM 49495 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005-2021 f-super duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. a knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. the kit is designed for sev
Trailer Hitches 2020-07-08 · DOR-Z2E6B-08 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
these skus are trailer brake control modules. the customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to an internal software issue. the internal software issue leads to a false check trailer brake message and trailer brake controller fault whenever the brake pedal is pressed. this wi
Suspension 2020-01-29 · SSM 48494 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005-2020 f-super duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. a knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. the kit is designed for sev
Equipment 2020-01-13 · DOR-U2J7Y-02 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this sku is a spare tire hoist. test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. we don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product fai
Equipment 2020-01-13 · DOR-C2C6H-02 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this sku is a spare tire hoist. test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. we don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product fai
Showing the 6 most recent of 99 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2016-01-26 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 119,688 mi“"delamination of fuel tank" after only having the vehicle for shortly over four months, the truck would not crank. the truck was parked on a city street in washington, dc where i racked up 2 parking tickets. i had it towed to the dealer and they said that the tank is corroding. i've had issues with the truck since i purchased it. the gas gauge …”
2015-09-03 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 44,000 mi“delamination of diesel fuel tank. requiring fuel tank, fuel lines,and filters replaced.…”
2015-02-05 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 156,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford f-450 sd. the contact stated that the inner lining of the fuel tank would flake causing the fuel system to become clogged. as a result, the vehicle would lose power while driving. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the injectors and fron…”
2014-04-11 · Fuel System, Diesel · 12,680 mi“this 2006 ford e450 super duty with a 6.0l engine has been trouble right from the start. the first thing to go wrong was the turbo that went out on 09/18/2007 with only 12,000 miles. next at 15,000 miles the vehicle had starting and running problems and the dealer replaced several parts on top of motor. from this time forward up to 29000 miles the …”
2013-08-27 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 56,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford f450 sd. the contact stated that while driving 20 mph, smoke emerge from the exhaust as the vehicle failed to properly accelerate while traveling uphill. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the fuel tank was corroded and the fuel tank system and module needed to be…”
2013-02-01 · Engine · 45,000 mi“2006 ford 6.0 diesel engine. engine head is cracked, need to replace head gaskets, oil cooler in question. these are common problems with this engine. ford refuses to pay or help pay for any repairs. out of warranty because of time not miles. i am a good ford customer and currently own 10 ford vehicles. i think it is time for ford to step up and ta…”
2012-12-12 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 23,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford f-450. while the vehicle was parked it would not start. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician stated the fuel filter had to be replaced. the technician stated the failure was caused by bad fuel. after the vehicle was repaired the failure continued to occur. the contact drained th…”
2012-10-16 · Electrical System · 4,902 mi“letter from congressman noem on behalf of constituent re his difficulties with the warranty on his 2007 winnebago motor home (dot/i# h 2012 242 ) *tgw 2006 ford 4-450 sd chassis. the consumer stated he purchased the motorhome in april of 2008. the warranty started in 2008 as it was a model year carry over unit. the warranty is set to expire in apr…”
2012-09-25 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel · 51,193 mi“on september 12, 2012, my truck engine stopped working. the vehicle, (2006 ford f-450 superduty truck) was towed to a dealership, where i asked for a diagnostic test. the vehicle has 51,193 miles on it. ford reported that the engine had a "catastrophic failure." the mechanic said he had never experienced such a problem and was puzzled. he said the…”
2012-07-25 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 75,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford f-450 sd. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 55 mph. the contact was able to restart the vehicle after waiting a few minutes. the failure had since recurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the fuel tank was deteriorating. the cont…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.