2007 Ford F-550 SD: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 23 owner complaints on record; most reports concern fuel system, diesel; the 2009 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jul 2011
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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 be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Jan 2019
“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.”Owner report · Engine · Oct 2016
“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.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Nov 2013
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“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 notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 240,000.”Owner report · Engine · Jun 2013
“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”Owner report · Fuel System, Diesel · Jan 2013
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford f-350. The contact stated that the vehicle would loose power and would not accelerate over 30 mph. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the failure occurred by a delimitation of the fuel tank. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the failure was caused by the type of diesel being used in the vehicle. The contact stated that the same exact failure occurred in an f-550 model that he also owned. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 02/15/12*lj”Owner report · Fuel System, Diesel · Jan 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford f550 sd. The contact stated that he heard a hissing noise coming from under the hood. The contact lifted the hood and noticed that the head gasket was blown. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the head gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The failure mileage was 65,000.”Owner report · Engine · Nov 2011
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford f-550. The contact stated that the vehicle would loose power and would not accelerate over 30 mph. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the failure occurred by a delimitation of the fuel tank. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the failure was caused by the type of diesel being used in the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 35,000. Updated 02/15/12*lj updated 02/17/12”Owner report · Fuel System, Diesel · Jan 2011
“Tl*the contact owns a 2007 ford f-550. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. In order to restart the vehicle the driver had to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and wait a couple of minutes before restarting it. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who stated that the ground wire hanging from the engine underneath the vehicle needed to replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2010
“Vehicle stopped working. The culprit was the ford fuel tank that had delaminated. The tank had to be replaced. The cost: $1600.00. Additionally, there was a loss of revenue as this vehicle is used for production purposes. Ford denied responsibility for any defects of their fuel tanks. With no other choice, we had to pay for the repairs out of pocket. This is a safety issue, as these vehicles are used for commercial usage daily. This is also a financial burden that has been forced onto us unfairly. They need to take responsibility and recall these fuel tanks. *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Diesel · Oct 2009
Recalls - 2 campaigns
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 EQUIPMENT." THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WAS SHIPPED WITH A SUBCOMPONENT (SLIDER) THAT MAY EXPERIENCE DEFORMATION. A MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WITH A DEFORMED SLIDER MAY MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE TURN SIGNAL, TAIL LIGHTS, HAZARD WARNING SIGNAL FLASHERS AND/OR BRAKE LIGHTS NOT TO ACTIVATE.
Remedy: 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.
CERTAIN CEQUENT 90 DEGREE 7-WAY RIGHT ANGLE ADAPTORS SOLD BY DISTRIBUTORS IN TOW PACKAGES FOR AFTERMARKET SALES TO TOW 5TH WHEEL RV TRAVEL TRAILERS. DUE TO INCORRECT WIRING OF THE HARNESS, THE TRAILER LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY.
Remedy: ALL OF THE DEFECTIVE TOW PACKAGES ARE STILL AT THE DISTRIBUTOR LEVEL AND HAVE NOT BEEN SOLD TO ANY CONSUMERS.
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Is the 2007 Ford F-550 SD reliable?
NHTSA has 23 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 Ford F-550 SD. The most complained-about area is fuel system, diesel.
Does the 2007 Ford F-550 SD have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning exterior lighting:brake lights. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.