2011 Ford F-650 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (2)
Safety recalls (2)
Equipment:electrical 2012-12-03 · campaign 12V562000 · 42 vehicles
Defect: Phenix Enterprises, Inc. (Phenix) is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2011 trucks manufactured from July 22, 2008, through December 16, 2011, equipped with a Sure Power battery separator, part number 16511893 (model 1314). Suspect vehicles, in their as-built configuration, had a Sure Power battery separator installed on the inboard side of the curb side rail. These battery separators may overheat.
Risk: If the battery separator overheats it can result in smoke and possibly a fire.
Fix: Phenix will notify owners and replace the battery separator free of charge. Owners may contact Phenix at 1-800-736-9790.
Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve 2012-03-07 · campaign 12V097000 · 352 vehicles
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-650 AND F-750 TRUCKS, MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 3, 2010, THROUGH DECEMBER 20, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX ATR-6 ANTILOCK TRACTION RELAY VALVES. IN EXTREMELY COLD CONDITIONS, THE BENDIX RELAY VALVES MAY POTENTIALLY DEVELOP INTERNAL LEAKAGE. INTERNAL LEAKAGE CAN LEAD TO AIR PRESSURE BEING DELIVERED TO AFFECTED PRIMARY OR SECONDARY BRAKE CAUSING CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION.
Risk: UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO, THE BRAKES MAY BE APPLIED WITHOUT ILLUMINATING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, FAILING TO GIVE PROPER WARNING TO OTHER DRIVERS.
Fix: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A BENDIX ATR-6 TRACTION RELAY VALVE KIT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY AT 1-800-392-3673.
Service bulletins (13)
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.
Equipment 2024-04-24 · SSM 52476 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
all accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. if the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicle s owner during initial delivery. unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad,
Structure 2023-04-04 · SSM 51536 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
for 2000-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. it is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (vin) from a different vehicle. most modules on these affe
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe 2018-11-01 · SSM 47641 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2011-2019 f-super duty, 2015-2019 transit, 2016-2019 f-650/f-750 and 2018 f-150 vehicles equipped with a 6.7l, 3.2l or 3.0l engine may exhibit an illuminated mil with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p207f, p20ee, p229f, p2201 and/or p24ae. this may be a result of using aftermarket cleaning liqu
Visibility 2016-04-13 · 16-0061 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2006-2015 f-super duty 650/750 vehicles equipped with exterior tubular stainless steel west coast style mirrors may have a loose mounting bracket due to poor rivet retention.
Visibility:rearview Mirrors/Devices:exterior 2015-10-30 · 15-0164 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
summary to be provided on a future date.
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls 2015-07-01 · 44863 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ford: no service action is recommended for this condition. please use at your discretion. various 2010-2015 vehicles may experience a turbulence noise, similar to an helicopter noise, at highway speeds when the rear door window(s) or sunroof are open. *ta
Showing the 6 most recent of 13 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-03-22 · Service Brakes · 12,401 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford f-650. while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle lost power and stalled and the brake and check engine indicators illuminated. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the abs control module and master cylinder needed to be replaced. the vehicle was towed to lee smith ford (2600 8th ave, c…”
2017-04-04 · Service Brakes“replaced hpb system, configured abs modual, and bled brake system on my 2011 f650 medium duty commercial truck. ford refuses to reimburse the cost ($4722.60) even though the repairs were performed by a ford authorized dealership.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.