2012 Super Duty F-550 recalls and problems
The 2012 Super Duty F-550 has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Super Duty dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2012 Super Duty F-550 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2012 Super Duty F-550 recalls
Recall 14V-491: Equipment
Problem: All Wheel Drive Equipment Mfg., Inc. (All Wheel) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Ford F-550 Super Duty chassis with a 6.8L gasoline engine, modified by All Wheel 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: All Wheel has notified the affected owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. Owners were notified on June 10, 2014 by certified mail. Owners may contact All Wheel customer service at 1-800-311-4778.
Recall 14V-479: Equipment
Problem: Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company (Kaffenbarger) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Ford F-550 Super Duty vehicles modified by Kaffenbarger 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: Kaffenbarger will notify owners, and dealers will replace the old PTO assembly with a new pressure switch kit, free of charge. The recall began during September 2014. Owners may contact Kaffenbarger customer service at 1-877-465-5832.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Super Duty F-550 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Super Duty F-550: 14V-491 (equipment), 14V-479 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Super Duty recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Super Duty dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.