1999 FORD F-550 SD
9 recalls, 92 complaints - 87 TSBs
09V399000 Oct 13, 2009
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS ... Read more
Consequence
A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR WITH OR WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING.
Remedy
FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS THAT DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS IN LINE WITH THE SCDS. ON 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES WITH A LEAKING SCDS, DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE CONNECTOR AND REPAIR AS NECESSARY. REPAIRS WILL BE COMPLETED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN... Read more
07E106000 Dec 17, 2007
WHEELS:HUB
Defect Description
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND DECEMBER 20, 2007, SOLD FOR LIGHT DUTY AND MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE INBOARD RETENTION NUT USED TO M... Read more
Consequence
WHEEL SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.
07V553000 Dec 5, 2007
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE STALL, A CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
06V286000 Aug 1, 2006
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence
OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 05V388)
02V068000 Mar 11, 2002
PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, FAILURE OF THE FRONT PARKING BRAKE CABLE INPUT BUTTON COULD RESULT IN FAILURE OF THE PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM TO HOLD THE VEHICLE STATIONARY.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT AND A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT PARKING BRAKE CABLE AND THE CONTROLLER AND VERIFY THE PERFORMANCE OF THE PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 5, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A ... Read more
01V046000 Feb 14, 2001
TIRES:VALVE
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH COMMERCIAL TRUCK TIRES THAT HAVE STEEL CORDS IN THE TIRE SIDEWALL. THE VALVE STEMS MAY HAVE BEEN TORN OR DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY AND COULD LEAK CAUSING SIDEWALL DAMAGE.
Consequence
IF NOT MAINTAINED, COULD RESULT IN A SIDEWALL ZIPPER FAILURE. A ZIPPER FAILURE DURING INFLATION OF A DAMAGED TIRE COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO SOMEONE NEAR THE TIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VALVE STEMS FOR LEAKAGE, AND WILL REPLACE BOTH THE VALVE STEM AND THE TIRE IF LEAKAGE IS PRESENT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REAS... Read more
99V062001 Mar 30, 1999
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 1997-1999 RHD EXPLORER EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV/SOHC ENGINES AND CRUISE CONTROL BUILT FROM MAY 29, 1996 THROUGH MARCH 4, 1999; 1998-1999 EXPLORER/MOUNTAINEERS EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L OHV/SOHC OR 5.0L ENGINES OR 1998-1999 RANGERS EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L, 3.0L FFV/EFI OR 4.0L ENGINES... Read more
Consequence
IF THE CRUISE CONTROL IS USED AND THIS CONDITION IS PRESENT, A STUCK THROTTLE COULD RESULT, WHICH COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLES. AT THE PRESENT TIME, THE REPLACEMENT CABLES ARE NOT AVAILABLE. CUSTOMERS ARE BEING ADVISED NOT TO USE THE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM UNTIL A REPLACEMENT CAN BE MADE.
98V303000 Dec 1, 1998
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. THE CAST TOW HOOKS CHANGES THE CRASH PULSE OF THE VEHICLE IN FRONTAL BARRIER IMPACTS AND THE AIR BAG SENSOR WAS NOT CALIBRATED TO THIS NEW CRASH PULSE WHICH MAY CAUSE THE AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY IN LOWER SPEED IMPACTS THAN DESIGN INTENT.
Consequence
UNEXPECTED AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CAST TOW HOOKS WITH FORGED HOOKS.
98V116000 May 29, 1998
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS AND CHASSIS-CABS. ONE OR MORE OF THE FOUR RIVETS ON THE LOWER STEERING SHAFT FLEX COUPLING MAY NOT HAVE BEEN CRIMPED DURING THE SUB-ASSEMBLY PROCESS.
Consequence
IF A RIVET IS NOT CRIMPED, THE FLEX JOINT CAN ROTATE ON THE SHAFT AND THERE WOULD BE A REDUCTION IN OR LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LOWER STEERING SHAFT RIVETS AND REPLACE ANY SHAFTS WITH UNCRIMPED RIVETS.
Complaint Statistics
92 total complaints
9 fires 11 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 13 |
| WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS | 10 |
| TIRES | 5 |
| TIRES:VALVE | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 4 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 2 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 23, 2018
Incident date: Sep 23, 2017
FUEL TANK IS RUSTING. I UNDERSTAND FORD HAD A RECALL FOR THIS, BUT MY VIN DOES NOT SHOW ONE. MY VEHICLE ONLY HAS 48,000 MILES AND I AM HAVING TO REPLACE MY FUEL FILTER EVERY 1000 MILES!
SUSPENSION
Mar 20, 2012
Incident date: Mar 15, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD F-550 SD. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRAME WAS FRACTURED WHERE THE SHOCKS WERE LOCATED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS OR REPAIRS. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 6, 2010
Incident date: Nov 12, 2007
1999 FORD V10, WINNEBAGO CHIEFTAIN 34Y. CONSUMER HAS HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS TRYING TO GET RECALL REPAIR WORK DONE ON THE VEHICLE. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE RV TO THE DEALER. THEY ADVISED THE CONSUMER OVER A RECALL REGARDING THE CRUISE CONTROL. THE DE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
May 3, 2006
Incident date: May 3, 2006
WE HAVE 4 F550 BUSES THAT HAVE HAD THE GAS TANK REPLACED TWICE ON EACH BUS DO WHAT WE BELIEVE IS COATING FAILURE. WE NOW HAVE AN F450 THAT IS EXPERIENCING THE SAME CONDITIONS, WE ARE FORCED TO REPLACE THE GAS TANK ON THIS VEHICLE AS WELL. WE TAKE OUR VEHICLES TO FORD MIRAMAR TRUCK CENTER, AND HAVE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Mar 31, 2006
Incident date: Mar 28, 2006
INTERNAL COATING FAILURE ON FUEL TANKS ON F550 SUPER DUTY FORD TRUCKS.THE FUEL SYSTEM BECOMES CLOGGED WITH RUST AND THE TANK MUST BE CLEANED OR REPLACED.WE HAVE FOUR VEHICLES AND HAVE INCURRED 8 TO 10 FAILURES IN PAST THREE YEARS. WE ARE UNABLE TO GET FORD TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEM WHICH I THINK IS IMP... Read more
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
Mar 21, 2006
Incident date: Oct 5, 2005
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 5MPH IN A PARKING LOT THE STEERING WHEEL SPUN FREELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE THEY DETERMINED THE PROBLEM WAS THE STEERING BOX SHAFT HAD BROKEN CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL. THE STEERING SECTOR SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MA... Read more
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
Mar 21, 2006
Incident date: Jul 1, 2004
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH IN A PARKING LOT GOING OVER A SPEED BUMP THE STEERING WHEEL SPUN FREELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE THEY DETERMINED THE PROBLEM WAS THE STEERING BOX SHAFT HAD BROKEN CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL. THE STEERING SECTOR SHAFT NEE... Read more
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Jan 11, 2006
Incident date: Nov 7, 2005
1999 FORD F550 REAR RIGHT DUAL TIRES SHEERED OF THE AXLE. *TS THE CONSUMER STATED THE STUDS BROKE. *JB
TIRES
Jan 11, 2006
Incident date: Nov 7, 2005
1999 FORD F550 REAR RIGHT DUAL TIRES SHEERED OF THE AXLE. *TS THE CONSUMER STATED THE STUDS BROKE. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Dec 7, 2005
Incident date: Jun 15, 2005
DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE MISFIRED. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE SPARK PLUG WIRES WERE CROSSED, WHICH SEND THE SPARK TO THE WRONG AREA. THIS WAS CAUSING AIR POLLUTION. THE WIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. *AK UPDATED 1/5/2006 - *NM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Dec 7, 2005
Incident date: Jun 15, 2005
DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE MISFIRED. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE SPARK PLUG WIRES WERE CROSSED, WHICH SEND THE SPARK TO THE WRONG AREA. THIS WAS CAUSING AIR POLLUTION. THE WIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. *AK UPDATED 1/5/2006 - *NM
TIRES
Jan 28, 2005
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
TIRE BLOW OUTS AND BULGE IN SIDEWALL OF TIRE. THE CONSUMER HAS EXPERIENCED THREE DIFFERENT TIRE FAILURES. TWO FAILURES WERE BLOWOUTS WHICH OCCURRED WHILE PULLING A TRAVEL TRAILER, THE THIRD WAS A BULGE IN THE SIDEWALL WHICH WAS DETECTED BEFORE THE TIRE COMPLETELY FAILED. THE TIRE APPEARED TO BE I... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jul 22, 2004
Incident date: Jan 21, 2004
WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION STOP SHIFTING GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALERSHIP AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD MAJOR OIL LEAKS THROUGH THE FUEL SYSTEM. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 22, 2004
Incident date: Jan 21, 2004
WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION STOP SHIFTING GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALERSHIP AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD MAJOR OIL LEAKS THROUGH THE FUEL SYSTEM. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
May 7, 2004
Incident date: Mar 22, 2004
AS THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND STAYED. THE MASTER CYLINDER AND SLAVE CYLINDER HAD EXCESS WERE ON THE PRESSURE PLATE FINGERS. THE TRANSMISSION WAS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE AND LOW GEAR. THE HARD CLUTCH MADE NOISE. THE CLUTCH COMPANY WAS WELL AWARE... Read more
INTERIOR LIGHTING
May 7, 2004
Incident date: Mar 22, 2004
AS THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND STAYED. THE MASTER CYLINDER AND SLAVE CYLINDER HAD EXCESS WERE ON THE PRESSURE PLATE FINGERS. THE TRANSMISSION WAS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE AND LOW GEAR. THE HARD CLUTCH MADE NOISE. THE CLUTCH COMPANY WAS WELL AWARE... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
May 7, 2004
Incident date: Mar 22, 2004
AS THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND STAYED. THE MASTER CYLINDER AND SLAVE CYLINDER HAD EXCESS WERE ON THE PRESSURE PLATE FINGERS. THE TRANSMISSION WAS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE AND LOW GEAR. THE HARD CLUTCH MADE NOISE. THE CLUTCH COMPANY WAS WELL AWARE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
May 7, 2004
Incident date: Mar 22, 2004
AS THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND STAYED. THE MASTER CYLINDER AND SLAVE CYLINDER HAD EXCESS WERE ON THE PRESSURE PLATE FINGERS. THE TRANSMISSION WAS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE AND LOW GEAR. THE HARD CLUTCH MADE NOISE. THE CLUTCH COMPANY WAS WELL AWARE... Read more
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
May 7, 2004
Incident date: Mar 22, 2004
AS THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND STAYED. THE MASTER CYLINDER AND SLAVE CYLINDER HAD EXCESS WERE ON THE PRESSURE PLATE FINGERS. THE TRANSMISSION WAS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE AND LOW GEAR. THE HARD CLUTCH MADE NOISE. THE CLUTCH COMPANY WAS WELL AWARE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
May 7, 2004
Incident date: Mar 22, 2004
AS THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND STAYED. THE MASTER CYLINDER AND SLAVE CYLINDER HAD EXCESS WERE ON THE PRESSURE PLATE FINGERS. THE TRANSMISSION WAS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE AND LOW GEAR. THE HARD CLUTCH MADE NOISE. THE CLUTCH COMPANY WAS WELL AWARE... Read more
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Apr 2, 2004
Incident date: Nov 1, 2003
LOST OF DUAL REAR WHEELS DUE TO FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS. *JB
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Apr 2, 2004
Incident date: Oct 1, 2003
LOST OF DUAL REAR WHEELS DUE TO FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS. *JB
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Apr 2, 2004
Incident date: Oct 1, 2003
LOSS OF DUAL REAR WHEELS DUE TO FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS. *JB
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Apr 2, 2004
Incident date: Nov 1, 2002
LOST OF DUAL REAR WHEELS DUE TO FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS. *JB
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Apr 2, 2004
Incident date: Oct 1, 2002
LOST OF DUAL REAR WHEELS DUE TO FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS. *JB
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Apr 2, 2004
Incident date: Aug 1, 2001
LOST OF DUAL REAR WHEELS DUE TO FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS. *JB
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Mar 31, 2004
Incident date: Feb 1, 2004
LOSS OF DUAL REAR WHEELS DUE TO FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS. *AK
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Mar 31, 2004
Incident date: Jan 1, 2004
LOSS OF DUAL REAR WHEELS DUE TO FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS. *AK
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Mar 31, 2004
Incident date: Sep 1, 2002
LOSS OF DUAL REAR WHEELS DUE TO FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS. *AK
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 9, 2003
Incident date: Sep 2, 2003
WE PURCHASED OUR F550 FROM FACT. ON 2/7/99, IN DEC 1999 THE 4 SPEED AUTO TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH 9470 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. THREE WEEKS BEFORE REPLACING WITH A REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION, WE WERE TOLD THAT THE REMANUFACTURED ARE BETTER AS THEY ARE COMPLETLY GONE THROUGH; APPARENTLY THE NEW ONES ... Read more
Fire
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Sep 9, 2003
Incident date: Sep 2, 2003
WE PURCHASED OUR F550 FROM FACT. ON 2/7/99, IN DEC 1999 THE 4 SPEED AUTO TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH 9470 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. THREE WEEKS BEFORE REPLACING WITH A REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION, WE WERE TOLD THAT THE REMANUFACTURED ARE BETTER AS THEY ARE COMPLETLY GONE THROUGH; APPARENTLY THE NEW ONES ... Read more
Fire
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Sep 9, 2003
Incident date: Sep 2, 2003
WE PURCHASED OUR F550 FROM FACT. ON 2/7/99, IN DEC 1999 THE 4 SPEED AUTO TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH 9470 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. THREE WEEKS BEFORE REPLACING WITH A REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION, WE WERE TOLD THAT THE REMANUFACTURED ARE BETTER AS THEY ARE COMPLETLY GONE THROUGH; APPARENTLY THE NEW ONES ... Read more
Fire
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Sep 9, 2003
Incident date: Sep 2, 2003
WE PURCHASED OUR F550 FROM FACT. ON 2/7/99, IN DEC 1999 THE 4 SPEED AUTO TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH 9470 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. THREE WEEKS BEFORE REPLACING WITH A REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION, WE WERE TOLD THAT THE REMANUFACTURED ARE BETTER AS THEY ARE COMPLETLY GONE THROUGH; APPARENTLY THE NEW ONES ... Read more
Fire
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Sep 9, 2003
Incident date: Sep 2, 2003
WE PURCHASED OUR F550 FROM FACT. ON 2/7/99, IN DEC 1999 THE 4 SPEED AUTO TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH 9470 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. THREE WEEKS BEFORE REPLACING WITH A REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION, WE WERE TOLD THAT THE REMANUFACTURED ARE BETTER AS THEY ARE COMPLETLY GONE THROUGH; APPARENTLY THE NEW ONES ... Read more
Fire
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
May 6, 2003
Incident date: Sep 13, 2002
WHEN ANY TYPE OF DUST CAME INTO CONTACT WITH THE ENGINE, THE ENGINE WOULD IMPLODE AND IT CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. *JB
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Jan 22, 2003
CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE CLUTCH WILL NOT ENGAGE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ONLY GO FORWARD. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Jan 6, 2003
Incident date: Oct 17, 2002
THE VEHICLE'S STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AT 30 MPH, IN WHICH THE CONSUMER HAD TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. PH THE POWER STEERING HOSE HAD POPPED OUT CAUSING A LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKES. SCC
EQUIPMENT
Jan 5, 2003
Incident date: Nov 15, 2002
SLAVE CYLINDER NEEDING TO BE REPLACED 4 TIMES DUE TO ROD LENGTH NOT BEING LONG ENOUGH FOR CLUTCH PEDAL TRAVEL ON 1999 F550 TRUCK WITH SIX SPEED TRANSMISSION. ALSO FLYWHEEL SPRINGS BREAKING IN FLYWHEEL CAUSING UNDUE WEAR ON CLUTCH DISK AND NOT BEING COVERED UNDER WARRENTY. I HAVE TWO TRUCKS WHERE I ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:BELL HOUSING
Jan 5, 2003
Incident date: Nov 15, 2002
SLAVE CYLINDER NEEDING TO BE REPLACED 4 TIMES DUE TO ROD LENGTH NOT BEING LONG ENOUGH FOR CLUTCH PEDAL TRAVEL ON 1999 F550 TRUCK WITH SIX SPEED TRANSMISSION. ALSO FLYWHEEL SPRINGS BREAKING IN FLYWHEEL CAUSING UNDUE WEAR ON CLUTCH DISK AND NOT BEING COVERED UNDER WARRENTY. I HAVE TWO TRUCKS WHERE I ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Jan 5, 2003
Incident date: Nov 15, 2002
SLAVE CYLINDER NEEDING TO BE REPLACED 4 TIMES DUE TO ROD LENGTH NOT BEING LONG ENOUGH FOR CLUTCH PEDAL TRAVEL ON 1999 F550 TRUCK WITH SIX SPEED TRANSMISSION. ALSO FLYWHEEL SPRINGS BREAKING IN FLYWHEEL CAUSING UNDUE WEAR ON CLUTCH DISK AND NOT BEING COVERED UNDER WARRENTY. I HAVE TWO TRUCKS WHERE I ... Read more
TIRES
Dec 3, 2002
Incident date: Oct 1, 2002
CONSUMER STATED SINCE 10/02, VEHICLE HAD EXPERIENCED 2 TIRE BLOWOUTS WHILE TOWING A TRAVEL TRAILER. CONSUMER DETECTED A BUBBLE IN A 3RD TIRE, BUT REMOVED IT BEFORE A BLOWOUT COULD OCCUR. ALL AFFECTED TIRES WERE ORIGINAL. 1ST BLOWOUT WAS THE OUTSIDE LEFT REAR DUAL. 2ND BLOWOUT WAS THE RIGHT IN... Read more
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Dec 3, 2002
Incident date: Oct 1, 2002
CONSUMER STATED RUBBER TIRE VALVE STEMS BEGAN DETERIORATING AT THE POINT WHERE THE STEM PROTRUDED FROM THE RIM. THIS CAUSED THE STEM TO CUT TIRE WHICH RESULTED IN THE TIRES LOSING PRESSURE. TS TWO OF THE FAILURES WERE BLOWOUTS. THE THIRD WAS A BULGE THAT WAS DETECTED BEFORE COMPLETE FAILURE. TIRE... Read more
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Jun 20, 2002
WHILE DRIVING 65MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. DRIVER HAD NOT HIT ANYTHING, AND WAS NOT INVOLVED IN A CRASH.*AK
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Jun 20, 2002
WHILE DRIVING AND MAKING A TURN CLUTCH WENT OUT FOR NO REASON. DRIVER HAD TO TURN VEHICLE OFF IN ORDER TO STOP. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE BEFORE. CONSUMER HAD CLUTCH PARTS REPLACED. *AK
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Apr 10, 2002
WHILE DRIVING/ PARKING, AND PULLING IN CLUTCH GOES OUT. CONTACTED DEALER, THEY REPLACED PART 3 TIMES, ON THIRD VISIT THEY TOLD CONSUMER THAT TRANSMISSION WAS THE CAUSE.*AK
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Apr 10, 2002
WHILE DRIVING/ PARKING, AND PULLING IN CLUTCH GOES OUT. CONTACTED DEALER, THEY REPLACED PART 3 TIMES, ON THIRD VISIT THEY TOLD CONSUMER THAT TRANSMISSION WAS THE CAUSE.*AK
WHEELS:MULTI PIECE
Jan 11, 2002
Incident date: Dec 4, 2001
WHEEL STUDS SHEARED OFF, CAUSING RIGHT REAR DUAL WHEELS TO FALL OF TRUCK, CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 3, 2002
Incident date: Mar 21, 2001
THE RIGHT FRAME RAIL CRACKED AND BROKE IN HALF, CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALER, AND WANTED DEALER TO GET IN TOUCH WITH FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE. *JG *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 5, 2001
Incident date: Mar 30, 2001
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY ALL OF A SUDDEN CLUTCH WENT OUT. CONSUMER HAS TAKEN VEHICLE INTO DEALER ALMOST EVERY 20OOO MILES. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK THE VEHICLE HAD ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE CRUISE CONTROL GOES OFF WHILE DRIVING FOR NO REASON. THE BOLTS... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Nov 5, 2001
Incident date: Mar 30, 2001
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY ALL OF A SUDDEN CLUTCH WENT OUT. CONSUMER HAS TAKEN VEHICLE INTO DEALER ALMOST EVERY 20OOO MILES. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK THE VEHICLE HAD ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE CRUISE CONTROL GOES OFF WHILE DRIVING FOR NO REASON. THE BOLTS... Read more
1 injured
Showing 50 of 92 complaints.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1999 FORD F-550 SD
87 manufacturer communications from 83 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 6 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| 104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) | 4 |
| 034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 4 |
| 021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT | 4 |
| 102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 3 |
DOR-U2J7Y-02
Jan 13, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 eviden
DOR-C2C6H-02
Jan 13, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 eviden
20052
Nov 1, 2007
104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
1999-2008 F250-F550 SUPER DUTY 4X4 WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT TRANSFER CASE NOT ENGAGING 4X4. *NJ
04227
Oct 7, 2005
100000 POWER TRAIN
DRIVE AWAY SHUDDER OR VIBRATION. *EH
05174
Oct 7, 2005
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
VACUUM PUMP INOPERATIVE OR RUNS CONTINUOUSLY - CLIMATE CONTROL DEFAULTS TO DEFROST MODE. *TT
18406
Feb 1, 2005
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SERVICE TIPS BEFORE ARC WELDING ON THE FRAME OR BODY OF A UNIT. *TT
18376
Jan 1, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
A COLD WEATHER REVERSE ENGAGEMENT STALL. *TT
042107
Dec 13, 2004
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT
18223
Oct 1, 2004
033100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
VACUUM PUMP INOPERATIVE OR RUNS CONTINUOUSLY - CLIMATE CONTROL DEFAULTS TO DEFROST. OASIS. TO ALSO INCLUDE 2005 SUPER DUTY F-SERIES, EXCURSION, AND F650/750. *TT
17406
Sep 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
LOW POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, FUEL GELLING COLD, EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE COLD, OR HARD START. *MJ THIS OASIS UPDATES PREVIOUS OASIS DATED 12/01/03. *TT
17829
May 1, 2004
104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
TRANSFER CASE SHIFT ISSUES ON VEHICLES WITH AN ELECTRONIC SHIFT ON THE FLY (ESOF) TRANSFER CASE. *TT
17603
Mar 1, 2004
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
AIR BAG LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) B1871 OR B1935 FOLLOWING ECS/RCM REPLACEMENT. *TT
17571
Feb 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0603 (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE KEEP ALIVE MEMORY ERROR) OR P0605 ( POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE READ ONLY MEMORY ERROR). *TT
17554
Feb 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
OIL/DUST FILM AT CAC CONNECTIONS. *MJ
04185
Jan 1, 2004
107000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
FRONT HUBS NOT ENGAGING, NOT STAYING ENGAGED AND/OR UNLOCKING. *TT
03174
Sep 1, 2003
010000 STEERING
STEERING WHEEL FIGHT AFTER RIDING OVER BUMPS/RUTS. 2003, 2004 F450 AND F550 MODELS INCLUDED. *TT
02227
Nov 11, 2002
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE-CYLINDER HEAD DECK LEAK-4.6 AND 5.4L ENGINES-NEW SERVICE-ONLY GASKET AND CYLINDER HEAD KITS AVAILABILITY. *MJ
16403
Nov 1, 2002
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE-LIGHT TICK OR RATTLE TYPE NOISE FROM ENGINE AFTER COLD START. *MJ
15292
Oct 1, 2001
100000 POWER TRAIN
SOME SUPER DUTY F SERIES EQUIPPED WITH PTO CAPABLE TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXHIBIT A FAILURE TO GO T HIGH IDLE UPON PTO ENGAGEMENT. *TT
15109
Aug 1, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
A COLD WEATHER REVERSE ENGAGEMENT STALL. *YD
14840
Apr 1, 2001
021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
A SLIGHT PURGE OF GREASE FROM THE FRONT HUB BEARING UNIT THAT MAY BE NOTED BETWEEN THE HUB UNIT AND THE INBOARD ROTOR FLANGE. *TT
14105
Mar 1, 2001
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 2/5/2000 EQUIPPED WITH A 7.3L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A NOISE LEVEL EMITTING FROM THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM WHICH SOME CUSTOMERS MAY FIND OBJECTIONABLE. A REVISED POWER STEERING LINE WHICH RUNS FROM THE STEERING
01L02
Mar 1, 2001
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SPECIAL FIELD ACTION ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 19.5-INCH COMMERCIAL TRUCK TIRES WITH STEEL CORD SIDEWALLS - OWNER'S GUIDE SUPPLEMENT AND INFORMATION LABELS. *TT
14455
Nov 1, 2000
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT OR REAR CYLINDER HEAD OIL SUPPLY RAIL END PLUGS. *TT
0074
Apr 3, 2000
045200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS
EXPERIENCING PREMATURE REAR WHEEL INNER BRAKE PAD WEAR OCCURRING ON SOME VEHICLES USED IN SEVERE DUTY APPLICATIONS. **MR
8487
Apr 1, 2000
104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSFER CASE HALL EFFECT ENCODER TIPS. **MR
14043
Apr 1, 2000
104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSFER CASE HALL EFFECT ENCODER TIPS. **MR
8167
Apr 1, 2000
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW ENGAGEMENT OR STUCK IN 4X4 LOW ENGAGEMENT, WITH NO DTC'S STORED IN THE GEM. **MR
8401
Mar 1, 2000
107000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
FRONT HUBLOCKS THAT WILL NOT ENGAGE OR DISENGAGE AFTER INSTALLING NEW FRONT WHEEL BEARING HUB ASSEMBLIES. *TT
8432
Mar 1, 2000
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL MAY EXHIBIT A TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB THAT FALLS OFF. *TT
14006
Mar 1, 2000
107000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
FRONT HUBLOCKS THAT WILL NOT ENGAGE OR DISENGAGE AFTER INSTALLING NEW FRONT WHEEL BEARING HUB ASSEMBLIES OR AFTER PERFORMING TSB 99-12-12 (BRAKES - NEW DESIGN FRONT ROTOR AND HUB - INCLUDES VEHICLES WITH 4X4 - SERVICE TIP). *TT
14020
Mar 1, 2000
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
CONCERNS WITH THE MANUAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB FALLING OFF. *TT
13876
Feb 1, 2000
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES STORED IN THE GEM. *TT
8167
Feb 1, 2000
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES STORED IN THE GEM. *TT
13758
Jan 1, 2000
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
SOME VEHICLES MAY REQUIRE ADJUSTMENT TO THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT SETTINGS TO ADDRESS TIRE-WEAR OR VEHICLE DIRECTIONAL SENSITIVITY CONCERNS. *MJS
7431
Nov 1, 1999
020000 SUSPENSION
SOME VEHICLES WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A PILOT BEARING CONCERN. *TT
13455
Nov 1, 1999
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
SOME VEHICLES WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A PILOT BEARING CONCERN. SOME DEALERS ARE REPLACING THE CURRENT PILOT BEARING WITH AN AFTERMARKET SEALED BALL BEARING. *TT
7431
Nov 1, 1999
106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
SOME VEHICLES WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A PILOT BEARING CONCERN. *TT
13470
Nov 1, 1999
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
SOME VEHICLES MAY REQUIRE ADJUSTMENT TO THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT SETTINGS TO ADDRESS TIRE-WEAR OR VEHICLE DIRECTIONAL SENSITIVITY CONCERNS. *TT
99212
Oct 18, 1999
204000 WHEELS:HUB
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE FRONT OR REAR CENTER HUB CAP FALLING OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TT
13189
Sep 1, 1999
015100 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
INFORMATION REGARDING REQUEST FOR DEALER FEEDBACK FOR NOISY POWER STEERING PUMP IN LOUISVILLE, KY AND DETROIT, MI AREAS ONLY. *MJS
13173
Sep 1, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING REPAIRING PAINT CHIPS ON INTERIOR TRIM. *MJS
7017
Sep 1, 1999
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
INFORMATION REGARDING REPEAT FUEL PUMP FAILURES- MEXICO. *MJS
7001
Sep 1, 1999
015100 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
SOME TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A 7.3L DIT MAY EXHIBIT A NOISY POWER STEERING PUMP. *TT
6989
Sep 1, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON REPAIRING PAINT CHIPS ON INTERIOR TRIM. *TT
6936
Sep 1, 1999
160000 STRUCTURE
SONF VEHICLES WHICH ARE PAINTED WHITE MAY EXHIBIT A DISCOLORATION / STAINING OF THE PAINT ON THE INNER DOOR AREA NEAR THE SIDE MIRRORS. *TT
6900
Sep 1, 1999
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 4/1/1999 MAY EXHIBIT TURBOCHARGER NOISE, EXHAUST NOISE, OR OIL / SOOT PRESENCE ON REAR OF ENGINE OR TUROCHARGER. *TT
13197
Sep 1, 1999
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
IINFORMATION REGARDING REPEAT FUEL PUMP FAILURES. *MJS
13105
Aug 1, 1999
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
INFORMATION ON BRAKE NOISE. *TT
13165
Aug 1, 1999
160000 STRUCTURE
SOME VEHICLES WHICH ARE PAINTED WHITE MAY EXHIBIT A DISCOLORATION / STAINING OF THE PAINT ON THE INNER DOOR AREA NEAR THE SIDE MIRRORS. *TT
9913127
Aug 1, 1999
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING 7.3L DIT VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 4/1/99 EXHIBITING A TURBOCHARGER NOISE, EXHAUST NOISE, OR OIL / SOOT PRESENCE ON REAR OF ENGINE OR TURBOCHARGER. *TT
9913030
Aug 1, 1999
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH EITHER THE TRAILER TOWING PACKAGE OR CHASSIS CAB MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS TRAILER RELATED ELECTRICAL CONDITIONS SUCH AS: BACKUP LIGHTS INOPERATIVE, TRAILER BATTERY FEED INOPERATIVE OR ELECTRIC BRAKE POWER INOPERATIVE
996875
Aug 1, 1999
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING ALL BRAKE CONCERNS ON VEHICLES EXHIBITING BRAKE NOISE. *TT
996747
Aug 1, 1999
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH EITHER THE TRAILER TOWING PACKAGE OR CHASSIS CAB MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS TRAILER RELATED ELECTRICAL CONDITIONS. INSTRUCTIONS ON INSTALLING THE TRAILER TOWING RELAYS AND FUSES ARE PROVIDED IN THE TRAILER TOWING KIT.
6622
Jul 1, 1999
105500 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
INFORMATION ON A NEW TRAC-TECH LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL. *TT
6305
Jun 1, 1999
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
EXPERIENCING HARST HEAVY THROTTLE 2-3 / 3-4. *TT
9982
May 3, 1999
010000 STEERING
CONCERNS WITH STEERING WHEEL FIGHT AFTER RIDING OVER BUMPS/RUTS. *TT
9982
May 3, 1999
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
EXPERIENCING STEERING WHEEL FIGHT AFTER HITTING BUMPS OR RUTS IN THE ROAD ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT
12752
May 1, 1999
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SOME VEHICLES EQIPPED WITH ;7.3L DIESEL ENGINES AND 4R100 TRANSMISSIONS MAY EXHIBIT A NO 3-4 UPSHIFT CONDITION OR 3-4 / 4-3 SHIFT BUSYNESS WHEN USING CRUISE CONTROL. *TT
12758
May 1, 1999
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES AND 4R100 TRANSMISSIONS AND HAVING A VEHICLE BUID DATE PRIOR TO 12/7/1998, MAY EXHIBIT A HARSHNESS / SURGE / JERK ON HEAVY THROTTLE 2-3 AND / OR 3-4 UPSHIFTS. *TT
99S09
May 1, 1999
182000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES
RECALL INFORMATION REGARDING SPEED CONTROL CABLE REPLACEMENT. *TT
98B32
May 1, 1999
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
SUBJECT REGARDING OWNER NOTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR INSTALLATION OF REAR BRAKE SHIELD(S). *TT
6292
May 1, 1999
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
ADDRESSING CONCERNS OF NO 3-4 OR 3-4 / 4-3 SHIFT BUSYNESS WHEN USING CRUISE CONTROL. *TT
9942
Mar 8, 1999
035000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF BRAKE FLUID LEAKING AT THE LEFT REAR WHEEL. *TT
12542
Mar 1, 1999
103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
INFORMATION REGARDING OIL TO AIR (OTA) TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER SERVICE. *TT
5809
Mar 1, 1999
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION REGARDING PRODUCTION CHANGE TO UPPER RADIATOR HOSE. *TT
12611
Mar 1, 1999
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
SUBJECT REGARDING ADJUSTMENT TO THE FRONT END ALIGHMENT SETTINGS TO ADDRESS TIRE-WEAR OR VEHICLE DIRECTIONAL SENSITIVITY CONCERNS. *TT
12507
Mar 1, 1999
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
ALL VEHICLES BUILT DECEMBER 1998 AND AFTER ARE EQUIPPED WITH A REVISED UPPER RADIATOR HOSE CHANGED IN PRODUCTION. *TT
98B32
Jan 1, 1999
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
SUBJECT REGARDING INSTALLATION OF REAR BRAKE SHIELDS. *TT
98L20
Dec 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SPECIAL FIELD ACTION REGARDING REVISED WARANTY INFORMATION. *TT
12293
Dec 1, 1998
020000 SUSPENSION
SOME 4X2 AND 4X4 TRUCKS MAY EXHIBIT WHEEL ALIGNMENT CONCERNS INCLUDING DRIFT / PULL RIGHT OR LEFT, TIRE WEAR, SHIMMY AFTER HITTING SMALL BUMPS AND / OR STEERING IS INCLINED TO FOLLOW GROOVES IN THE PAVEMENT. *TT
12276
Dec 1, 1998
205000 WHEELS:MULTI PIECE
SOME DUAL REAR WHEEL EQUIPPED TRUCKS MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN WITH A FRONT OR REAR CENTER HUB CAP FALLING OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TT
5380
Dec 1, 1998
020000 SUSPENSION
SOME 4X2 AND 4X4 TRUCKS MAY EXHIBIT WHEEL ALIGNMENT CONCERNS INCLUDING DRIFT / PULL RIGHT OR LEFT, TIRE WEAR, SHIMMY AFTER HITTING SMALL BUMPS AND / OR STEERING IS INCLINED TO FOLLOW GROOVES IN THE PAVEMENT. *TT
5379
Dec 1, 1998
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NOISE FROM THE FRONT LEAF SPRINGS. *TT
5361
Dec 1, 1998
204000 WHEELS:HUB
SOME DUAL REAR WHEEL EQUIPPED TRUCKS MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN WITH A FRONT OR REAR CENTER HUB CAP FALLING OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TT
985055
Nov 1, 1998
101200 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:BELL HOUSING
CONDITION DESCRIBED AS NOISE FROM BELLHOUSING AREA. *TT
985035
Nov 1, 1998
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
SOME VEHICLES (BUILT AFTER 1/5/98) AND ALL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE AND 4R100 TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A RATTLE / SCRAPPING NOISE IN THE CONVERTER HOUSING AREA OF THE CASE. *TT
98-4730
Sep 1, 1998
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
REPEAT MESSAGE , REVISED CONCERNING ABS LIGHT ON AND 4 WABS CODES SET. *AK
4659
Aug 1, 1998
350000 EQUIPMENT
CONCERNS WITH THE BEVERAGE HOLDER AT THE CENTER OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT FLIP OPEN WHEN THE TRAY IS PULLED OUT. *TT
11777
Aug 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING THE BEVERAGE HOLDER AT THE CENTER OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT FLIP OPEN WHEN THE TRAY IS PULLED OUT. *TT
4637
Aug 1, 1998
036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
ANTI-SKID BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) LIGHT ON AND 4WABS CODES SET. *TT
982463
Apr 1, 1998
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
A TEMPORARY TECHNICLA ASSISTANCE HOTLINE HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED TO HELP WITH DIAGNOSTICS AND / OR MECHANICAL CONCERNS WITH THE NEW VENTURE TRANSFER CASE ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC
982740
Apr 1, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CONCERNS WITH HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMPS ARE NOT SERVICEABLE. *YC
982721
Apr 1, 1998
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A POPPING / SQUEAKING NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN WHILE TURNING. *YC
982541
Apr 1, 1998
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 7.3L DIT HAVE A STRATEGY THAT INCLUDES A COLD WEATHER IDLE KICKER FEATURE WHICH, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS WILL AUTOMATICALLY ELEVATE THE IDLE SPEED AFTER 130 SECONDS OF IDLING AT COLD TEMPERATURES. *YC
983317
Feb 3, 1998
190000 TIRES
INFORMATION ON TIRE PRESSURE. *TT
983316
Feb 3, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A TICKING NOISE ON INITIAL COLD START-UP IN PARK POSITION AND NEUTRAL POSITION. *TT
FORD F-550 SD - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD F-550 SD across all model years (1993, 2026).
176
Total Recalls
612
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
18
Reported Crashes
39
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths
FORD F-550 SD - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 2025 | 3 | 3 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 5 | View |
| 2023 | 9 | 1 | View |
| 2022 | 12 | 15 | View |
| 2021 | 9 | 15 | View |
| 2020 | 8 | 7 | View |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | View |
| 2018 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 8 | 5 | View |
| 2016 | 3 | 4 | View |
| 2015 | 3 | 18 | View |
| 2014 | 6 | 10 | View |
| 2013 | 9 | 3 | View |
| 2012 | 10 | 8 | View |
| 2011 | 12 | 4 | View |
| 2010 | 7 | 2 | View |
| 2009 | 5 | 1 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 31 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 25 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 55 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 41 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 67 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 40 | View |
| 2002 | 5 | 31 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 35 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 85 | View |
| 1999 (current) | 9 | 92 | |
| 1998 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1994 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 | View |