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2017 FORD F550

1 recalls, 5 complaints - 1 TSBs

19V463000 Jun 18, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
Farber Specialty Vehicles (Farber) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-550 vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Farber will notify owners, and Whelen will remedy the lights, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Farber at 1-800-331-3188.
1 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Farber Specialty Vehicles

Complaint Statistics

5 total complaints 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
STRUCTURE1
AIR BAGS1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Mar 6, 2026
Incident date: Mar 4, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with ABS failure. The contact was informed that the ABS needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not rep... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 9, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2023
Ford Motor Company has had a known issue with the truck frames cracking on the F-550 chassis. They acknowledged it by doing a recall, which either replaced or repaired the chassis frame or installed reinforcement braces if no cracks were visible. The recall expired in September of 2023. In Octobe... Read more
STRUCTURE May 9, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2023
Ford Motor Company has had a known issue with the truck frames cracking on the F-550 chassis. They acknowledged it by doing a recall, which either replaced or repaired the chassis frame or installed reinforcement braces if no cracks were visible. The recall expired in September of 2023. In Octobe... Read more
AIR BAGS May 9, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2023
The contact owned a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags). The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, the Air Bag warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while parked at a rest stop for approximately five minutes, ... Read more
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 14, 2022
Incident date: Aug 10, 2022
THE FRAME CRACKED, BECAUSE OF "CUSTOMER SATIISFACTION PROGRAM" 21B04 WE INSPECTED OUR FRAME ON A REGULAR BASIS. WE ARE AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. WE SENT PICTURES TO FORD AND THEY SAID WRONG TYPE OF CHASSIS TO BE COVERED. IF YOU LOOK BACK AT a "TEREX" SAFETY NOTICE "SN-610-14" FORD HAS HAD THIS P... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 FORD F550

1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL1
SAN-Vol1 I1 Jun 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical serv

FORD F550 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the FORD F550 across all model years (2017, 2017).

1 Total Recalls
5 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

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