2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty recalls and problems

The 2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty has 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty recalls

Recall 14V-507: Equipment

Reported Aug 18, 2014 · 76 vehicles affected · Jerr-Dan Corporation

Problem: Jerr-Dan Corporation (Jerr-Dan) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Superduty chassis modified by Jerr-Dan and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

Fix: Jerr-Dan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Jerr-Dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666.

Recall 14V-496: Equipment

Reported Aug 11, 2014 · 88 vehicles affected · Versalift East, LLC

Problem: Versalift East, LLC (Versalift) is recalling certain Aerial devices manufactured on 2009-2013 Ford, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty 6.8L gas engine chassis, modified by Versalift and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products FR67 PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

Fix: Versalift will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2014. Owners may contact Versalift customer service at 1-888-866-1400.

Recall 14V-494: Equipment

Reported Aug 8, 2014 · 49 vehicles affected · Vanair Manufacturing, Inc.

Problem: Vanair Manufacturing, Inc. (Vanair) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperDuty chassis modified by Vanair and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies used with model 60-85 UDSM, 125-185 USDM, and Genair 125-185 driven air compressor systems. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

Fix: Vanair will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Vanair customer service at 1-800-526-8817.

2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Electrical System1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Radiator Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 75,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 75,000 miles · reported Jan 22, 2015
Truck started, but intermittent lighting and interior cab electronics. Diagnosed as intermittent electrical spike. Replaced one of the alternators and bypassed engine wiring harness that supposedly had a short. Vehicle has an extended warranty ( Ford esp ), stating that electrical components, including harnesses, are covered. Claim denied by dealer ( Boucher ford west bend, wis) while traveling with no reasonable explanation. Dealers seem to have a problem doing warranty work, but are glad to charge top rates.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 30,000 miles · reported Nov 17, 2014
The contact owns a 2011 ford f-450 super duty. The contact stated that the radiator was leaking. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 30,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty: 14V-507 (equipment), 14V-496 (equipment), 14V-494 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (1 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 75,000 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.