2011 Ford F-550 sd problems

General information about Ford-F-550 sd
Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
Сomplaints list
Recalls list

The Ford Super Duty (also known as the Ford F-Series Super Duty) is a series of heavy-duty pickup trucks produced by the Ford Motor Company since the 1999 model year. Slotted above the consumer-oriented Ford F-150, the Super Duty trucks are an expansion of the Ford F-Series range, from F-250 to the F-600. The F-250 through F-450 are offered as pickup trucks, while the F-350 through F-600 are offered as chassis cabs.

Rather than adapting the lighter-duty F-150 truck for heavier use, Super Duty trucks have been designed as a dedicated variant of the Ford F-Series. The heavier-duty chassis components allow for heavier payloads and towing capabilities. With a GVWR over 8,500 lb (3,900 kg), Super Duty pickups are Class 2 and 3 trucks, while chassis-cab trucks are offered in Classes 3, 4, 5, and 6. The model line also offers Ford Power Stroke V8 diesel engines as an option.

Ford also offers a medium-duty version of the F-Series (F-650 and F-750), which is sometimes branded as the Super Duty, but is another chassis variant. The Super Duty pickup truck also served as the basis for the Ford Excursion full-sized SUV.

The Super Duty trucks and chassis-cabs are assembled at the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Kentucky, and at Ohio Assembly in Avon Lake, Ohio. Prior to 2016, medium-duty trucks were assembled in Mexico under the Blue Diamond Truck joint venture with Navistar International.

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Common 2011 Ford F-550 sd problems

The 2011 Ford F-550 SD is known to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. One of the most frequently reported issues is related to the electrical system, specifically the Body Control Module (BCM).

Another problem area is the power train, particularly the automatic transmission control module (TCM, PCM).

The transmission is another problematic area for the 2011 Ford F-550 SD. Some owners have reported issues with the transmission, including turbo lag and replacement of the transmission.

The exhaust system is another area where the 2011 Ford F-550 SD has experienced problems. Some owners have reported issues with the muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, and leaks. These issues can lead to decreased performance, increased emissions, and potential safety hazards.

Finally, the front coil spring has been reported to pop off its pedestal when hitting a bump, indicating potential issues with the suspension system. This can lead to decreased ride quality and potential safety hazards.

In summary, the 2011 Ford F-550 SD has experienced several common problems, including issues with the electrical system, power train, transmission, exhaust system, and suspension system. These issues have led to significant downtime and repair costs for owners, indicating a need for improved reliability and durability in future models.

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The turbocharger in the 6.7L Powerstroke is prone to failure due to excessive soot buildup, resulting in reduced performance and premature VGT failure in the 2011-2014 models.

Are 2011 6.7 Powerstroke a good engine?

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What year 6.7 Powerstroke to avoid?

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2011 Ford F-550 sd car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford F-550 sd problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Structure problems
Power train problems
Equipment problems
Suspension problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2011 Ford F-550 sd vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

2011 Ford F-550 sd complaints

The NHTSA has received 3 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2011 Ford F-550 sd.

2016-03-03

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2016-02-20
VIN: 1FDUF5GT7BE
Components: STRUCTURE
Summary: FRAME BROKEN ON BOTH SIDES AT END OF DOUBLE FRAME BEFORE SPRING SHACKLES

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2013-11-07

POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2012-05-16
VIN: 1FD0W5HT4BE
Components: POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
Summary: THIS COMPLAINT IS A FOLLOW UP TO YOUR REFERENCE #521328. IT CONCERNS AN UNDELIVERED EMERGENCY VEHICLE THAT PLASTISOL COMPOSITES, NA, 101 GERALD MOSES DRIVE, GROTON, NY IS BUILDING FOR MEREDITH HOSE COMPANY, 100 MAIN ST., CHILDS, PA 18407 AND BEING PAID WITH FEMA FUNDS UNDER A FEDERAL GRANT AND IS TRYING TO FORCE A VIBRATING DRIVE LINE PROBLEM VEHICLE ON MEREDITH OR SELL TO ANOTHER FIRE DEPARTMENT WITHOUT TELLING THAT FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE DRIVE LINE VIBRATION SO THEY CAN EVADE THE PENALTY CLAUSE OF THE MEREDITH CONTRACT. THE VEHICLE IS NOW OVER 930 DAYS LATE DUE TO POORLY ENGINEERING THE DRIVE LINE AFTER INSTALLING A PTO IN THE DRIVE LINE TO POWER THE REAR MOUNTED PUMP. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, PLASTISOL WORKERS BROUGHT THIS VEHICLE TO MEREDITH TO BE INSPECTED FOR ACCEPTANCE BUT ON EACH OCCASION NUMEROUS DEFECTS WERE NOTED INCLUDING COLD WELDS, LOOSE PARTS, POOR ASSEMBLY, (I HAVE PICTURES OF ALL THESE PROBLEMS FOR YOUR INVESTIGATOR) AND THE MOST SERIOUS, A DRIVE LINE VIBRATION THAT BEGINS AT 40 MPH AND GETS WORSE. PLASTISOL WORKERS ADMITTED THEYU HAVE NO ENGINEER ASSISTING THEM TO RESOLVE THIS PROBLEM AND DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO. THEY ASKED MEREDITH MEMBERS IF WE HAD IDEAS HOW TO RESOLVE THE DRIVE LINE VIBRATION. THIS IS EQUIVALENT TO NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN ID # 10V092000 OF SUTPHEN VEHICLES. I WOULD LIKE YOU TO INVESTIGATE THIS VEHICLE AND DETERMINE IF THE DRIVE LINE VIBRATION IS SAFE AND THE VEHICLE IS ROAD WORTHY AND WON'T CAUSE THE FAILURE OF THE UNIVERSAL JOINTS AND A CRASH WHICH WOULD JEOPARDIZE THE LIVES OF THE FIREMEN OR THE GENERAL PUBLIC. I WOULD LIKE YOU TO INSPECT ALL WELDS OF THE VEHICLE CROSS MEMBER THE PTO IS ATTACHED TO AND DETERMINE IF THEY ARE WITHIN INDUSTRY STANDARDS OR POORLY WELDED AND UNSAFE. I WOULD ALSO LIKE YOU TO INVESTIGATE ALL TRUCKS PRODUCED BY PLASTISOL FOR POOR WELDING AND DRIVE LINE VIBRATION. *TR

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2012-11-13

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2012-11-12
VIN: 1F66F5DY4B0
Components: SUSPENSION
Summary: FOUND REAR SWAY BAR HARDWARE MISSING ALLOWING FOR SWAY BAR TO COME LOOSE FROM THE CHASSIS FRAME. RESEARCH ON OTHER RV SITES HAS INDICATED THAT THIS PROBLEM IS NOT AN ISOLATED PROBLEM TO MY RV. RV'S ARE SOMEWHAT UNSTABLE BUT THIS PROBLEM IS COMPOUNDED BY SUSPENSION PARTS COMING LOOSE. MANY DRIVERS OF THESE RV'S MAY NOT EVEN BE AWARE THAT THEY ARE LOOSE. SOME DRIVERS DIDN'T KNOW UNTIL THEY SAW THEIR SWAY BAR HANGING DOWN BELOW THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. *TR UPDATED 12/04/12*LJ

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2011 Ford F-550 sd recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 12 recalls for different components of the 2011 Ford F-550 sd.

2015-03-25

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.
Consequence: Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.

2015-02-25

Manufacturer: Farber Specialty Vehicles
Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Summary: Farber Specialty Vehicles (Farber) is recalling various specialty vehicles modified by Farber and equipped with model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
Consequence: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Remedy: Farber will notify owners to take their vehicles to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2015. Owners may contact Farber customer service at 1-800-331-3188, or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Farber's number for this recall is 14E-041.

2014-07-24

Manufacturer: Godwin Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Components: EQUIPMENT
Summary: Godwin Manufacturing Company, Inc. (Godwin) is recalling certain model year 2010 Ford F-450; 2011 Ford F-550; 2012 Ford F-350 and 2013 F-350 Super Duty trucks modified by Godwin 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Godwin 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 October 28, 2014. Owners may contact Godwin customer service at 1-800-892-0181.

2014-06-23

Manufacturer: Palfleet Truck Equipment Company, LLC
Components: EQUIPMENT
Summary: Palfleet Truck Equipment Company, LLC (Palfleet) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 super duty vehicles modified by Palfleet 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Palfleet 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 July 29, 2014. Owners may contact Palfleet customer service at 1- 502-376-2458.

2014-06-18

Manufacturer: Dual-Tech, Inc.
Components: EQUIPMENT
Summary: Dual-Tech, Inc. (Dual-Tech) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-550 Super Duty trucks modified by Dual-Tech, 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dual-Tech 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 June 20, 2014. Owners may contact Dual-Tech customer service at 1-800-852-0345.

2014-06-13

Manufacturer: Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
Components: EQUIPMENT
Summary: Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. will notify owners and dealers to inspect the Muncie PTO pressure switch to determine if it is from the range of defective switches and if required, remove the pressure switch assembly and put a plug in the port where the PTO switch had been installed. This switch was never being utilized. This will be done free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-July 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. at 1-800-247-5958.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. 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 July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. at 1-800-247-5958.

2014-06-12

Manufacturer: Stahl
Components: EQUIPMENT
Summary: Stahl is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles modified by Stahl 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Stahl will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. Owners may contact Stahl customer service at 1-800-277-8245, or Muncie at 1-800-367-7867.

2014-06-10

Manufacturer: Utility Truck Equipment Company, LLC
Components: EQUIPMENT
Summary: Utility Truck Equipment Company, LLC (Utility Truck) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 UTLI41A, 2011 UTLN41, and 2012 UTLN46 aerial trucks manufactured December 2010 to September 2013 equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies installed on 2010-2013 Ford F-350, F-450 and F-550 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Utility Truck 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 in June 2014. Owners may contact Utility Truck customer service at 1-254-857-8813.

2014-06-10

Manufacturer: SOMERSET WELDING & STEEL, INC.
Components: EQUIPMENT
Summary: Somerset Welding & Steel, doing business as J&J Truck equipment (J&J), is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis with 6.8L gasoline engines modified by J&J to be 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Somerset 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 August 2014. Owner's may contact Somerset customer service at 1-800-777-2671.

2014-06-04

Manufacturer: Tactical Vehicle Outfitters
Components: EQUIPMENT
Summary: Tactical Vehicle Outfitters (Tactical) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ford F-350 and F-550 vehicles modified by Tactical 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Tactical will notify owners, and dealers will install a new PTO pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Tactical customer service at 1-405-603-6700.

2011-02-24

Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Summary: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 FORD F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE, AND LINCOLN MKX TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 25, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE INSPECTED USING INTEGRATED DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (IDS) THAT HAD A CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE TO READ THE SUSPECT BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) SERIAL NUMBER. BASED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER THE BCM WAS EITHER NOT AFFECTED OR REPLACED. THE CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE WAS NOT READING THE CORRECT SET OF CHARACTERS, AND WAS NOT ABLE TO IDENTIFY A BCM THAT REQUIRED REPLACEMENT AFFECTED BCMS MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.
Consequence: IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.

2010-12-29

Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY
Summary: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES. DURING A SIX-DAY PRODUCTION PERIOD, THE SUPPLIER OF THE BODY CONTROL MODULE MANUFACTURED MODULES THAT MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.
Consequence: IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH CAN RESULT IN AN UNATTENDED VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE BODY CONTROL MODULE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

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