2006 Ford F-550 SD recalls and problems

The 2006 Ford F-550 SD has 1 safety recall and 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2006 Ford F-550 SD vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Ford F-550 SD recalls

Recall 11V-352: Exterior Lighting

Reported Jul 13, 2011 · 26,715 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: 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.

Risk: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2006 Ford F-550 SD problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel System, Diesel	30
Fuel System, Gasoline	6
Engine and Engine Cooling	5
Fuel/Propulsion System	4
Engine	3
Fuel System, Other	2
Service Brakes, Electric	1
Structure	1
Equipment	1
Electrical System	1
Visibility/Wiper	1

Most reported parts

Fuel System, Diesel › Storage › Tank Assembly — 4
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 3
Fuel System, Other › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 2
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 2
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 45,963 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 2006 Ford F-550 SD complaints

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

Visibility/Wiper · at 12,000 miles · reported Jun 6, 2022

The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-550 Stripped Chassis. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the windshield wiper became inoperable. The contact stated there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the windshield wiper motors were inadequate for the vehicle, causing the wiper motors to strain while in operation. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 12,000.

Engine · at 167,000 miles · reported Jun 2, 2016

While driving the vehicle on the expressway in michigan, it suddenly began losing power. After frequently stopping and restarting the engine, the truck stopped completely. When the dealership investigated the cause, they found specks of paint in the diesel fuel. When the factory installed gas tank was dropped, it was discovered that the coating inside the fuel tank was flaking off and had plugged the fuel filters, contaminated the fuel as well as damaging 3 inverters.. When investigating if others have same complaint, we found many others have had the same problem. Luckily we were not pulling…

Engine · reported Jan 5, 2016

Have had this vehicle for 5 years. Bought used from a dealer. Have had problems with it from day 1. Recently, today as matter of fact, driving down the highway, cannot accelerate above 40 MPH. This is the 3rd time in just as many weeks that this truck has had to be towed to a certified mechanic. The mechanic has run all or any problems through a state of the art code reader, every time coming up with no code. After many discussions and guesses, we both started to wonder if the ford dealership found a way to bypass the on board diagnostics finding it odd that every time it was scanned no codes…

Engine · at 101,445 miles · reported Nov 19, 2014

Driver reported that the truck was not running well on return to warehouse. I sent him to dealer with truck. The engine quit on the way and we had to tow the truck to dealer. The dealer said the fuel tank had delaminated and ruined the fuel pump and several fuel injectors. It would cost over $4000 dollars to repair. I called ford customer service to complain (The truck was only 1400 miles out of warranty) after several days the dealer called and said ford would bill it as a warranty claim and split the cost with me which meant I would have to pay $1133 dollars. I had no choice but to pay it.…

Fuel System, Diesel · at 60,000 miles · reported Feb 18, 2013

Driving at approx. 35-40 MPH truck lost power and stalled . I cranked several times and then it started . I drove about another mile and this repeated twice ,then I was calling a wrecker for a tow. My mechanic discovered the fuel filter & pump was contaminated with a sludge and then looked in the fuel tank and discovered the fuel tank was flaking from the inside , manufacture defect. The cost of parts and repair was $2100.00 , the tank is a 40 gal tank that holds diesel fuel at $ 4.25 per gal. My work associate has the same vehicle and now the same thing happened to him,he will also be filling…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Ford F-550 SD have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Ford F-550 SD: 11V-352 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Ford F-550 SD?

Owners report fuel system, diesel problems most often (30 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 45,963 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.