2007 Ford F-550 Sd problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel System, Diesel (8) · Engine (5) · Suspension (1)
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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 (45)
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 45 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-08-05 · Electrical System · 45,720 mi“the contact owns a 2007 ford f-550. the contact stated while driving 50 mph, the vehicle inadvertently stalled and lost power. there were no warning lights illuminated. the contact veered to the side of the roadway and was able to restart the vehicle. the contact stated that the failure recurred the same day while pulling to a parking lot. the cont…”
2021-05-07 · Engine · 6,000 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owned a 2007 ford f-550. the contact stated that while the transmission was in the park position and with the engine idling suddenly flames were present coming from under the hood of the vehicle. the fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. during the incident the vehicle was destroyed. a report was taken…”
2019-03-26 · Power Train · 140,000 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford f-550 sd. the contact stated that the transfer case failed and caused the carpet to catch fire. the contact was able to extinguish the fire. there were no warning indicators illuminated. mike thompson's rv super store (902 rv center dr, colton, ca 92324, (909) 318-2175) diagnosed that the transfer case needed to b…”
2018-02-26 · Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery“2007 ford f-550. consumer writes in regards to battery control center safety recall. *ld *js…”
2016-10-12 · Engine · 38,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford f-550 sd. the contact stated the vehicle was leaking compression from the cylinders into the coolant system. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a malfunctioned head gasket. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 38,000. …”
2013-12-05 · Exterior Lighting · 74,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford f-550 sd. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the brake lights and turn signal lights failed. the contact notified the dealer and they stated that the multi- function switch needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 74,000. …”
2013-09-23 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 31,010 mi“i have a 2007 ford f-550 with only 31000 miles and the vehicle lost power and stalled out on side of road. when ford dealership checked the vehicle it was found that the fuel tank liner had deteriorated and rusted causing debris to enter into the fuel system which damaged the fuel pump, injectors and other parts of the fuel system. after talking wi…”
2013-06-25 · Engine · 75,187 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford f-550 sd . the contact stated that he was sitting at a stop light when the engine began to shake violently. the contact stated that he depressed the accelerator pedal and there was a loud bang. the vehicle stalled and oil spilled onto the ground. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and they stated tha…”
2013-06-04 · Engine · 240,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford f550 sd. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning as steam emerged from the exhaust pipe. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the oil cooler needed to be repaired. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was no…”
2013-02-26 · Fuel System, Diesel · 124,335 mi“ford gas tank delamination. loss of power. engine missing. this has brought me extreme heartache at the worst time. i am a seasonal worker who relies solely on his truck. without it i am out of business. it will cost me anywhere from $2,000 to $6,000 to fix it. and i simply don't have it. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.