2015 FORD F-550 SD — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
18
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
8
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 FORD F-550 SD
The 2015 FORD F-550 SD has received a total of 18 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM), SUSPENSION. 8 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (4 complaints), Fuelpropulsion System (4 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (3 complaints).
Recalls for the 2015 FORD F-550 SD
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2015 FORD F-550 SD, potentially affecting up to 10,299 vehicles.
Recall 15V175000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
| 6,322 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
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.
View full details →Recall 15V024000 — SUSPENSION
| 4 vehicles affected
Defect: Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Life Line-modified Ford F-Series emergency vehicles that are equipped with Liquid Spring-brand aftermarket suspension kits. The mounting bracket that attaches the suspension fluid tank to the frame may fail allowing the fluid tank to separate from the vehicle.
Consequence: If the suspension fluid tank mount fractures and the tank separates from the chassis, the tank may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began on February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317.
View full details →Recall 14V204000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
| 3,973 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks manufactured September 13, 2013, through March 28, 2014, and equipped with 6.2L gasoline or 6.7L diesel engines and 6R140 transmissions. An error with the transmission control software may be such that while shifting from "Park" to "Drive" the vehicle may display "Drive"...
Consequence: If the vehicle is in "Reverse" while the while the gear selection shows "Drive," unexpected movement could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2014. Owners may contact Fords customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C04.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 FORD F-550 SD
18 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 FORD F-550 SD. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
My f-550 super duty diesel dump truck lost power on the highway because of a known fuel injector pump defect. The pump exploded into metal pieces that clogged all fuel lines leading to a loss of power on a highway putting everybody at risk of a collision. This fuel injector problem is known to ford and is subject to class action lawsuits. The dealer confirms that this is the problem. Apparently for the last decade, this pump has been known to fail because it was designed for European diesel not American diesel which because of the low sulfur content makes the pump cavitate because of lack of lubrication and explode. There was no indication of failure prior to the incident.
Operator was driving the vehicle when it experienced a fire in the engine compartment.
This submission is more related to a brand-new fuel line that was purchased from the Ford dealer for this vehicle upon failure of the existing line. When the new line was removed from the packaging, the mechanic inspected the clip that secures the line to the secondary fuel filter housing. It was observed that the brand-new clip was defective and that even the slightest touch of the clip would unlock the line. It is believed that if this line were installed in the vehicle, the vibration of the engine could potentially unclip the line causing fuel to spray in the hot engine compartment. The line was retained and can be provided for examination.
The truck was traveling west on [XXX] towards Stockton when the instrument panel illuminated with a “Low Fuel Pressure” warning and the coworker (CW) immediately pulled over. Once on the side of the road, the CW confirmed the truck was leaking fuel and the local garage was contacted. It was found that a line running to the secondary fuel filter had come loose and was leaking from the fitting. The securement clip on the line was inspected, and it is believed the clip on the line is defective. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I'M REPORTING A SERIOUS PROBLEM THAT MY 2015 FORD F550 WAS JUST DIAGNOSED WIT. THE DEALER IS ASKING $15,800 TO REPAIR IT. THE FUEL SYSTEM, IS CONTAMINATED, IS HAS A LOT OF OXIDATION, THE FIX INCLUDES REPLACING THE ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM.
Safety Rating for the 2015 FORD F-550 SD
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 FORD F-550 SD in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 FORD F-550 SD
Ford Motor Company has issued 8 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 FORD F-550 SD. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
20M06-S1 — ENGINE
Certain 2015 through 2016 Model Year Super Duty and 2016 through 2019 Medium Duty with 6.7L Diesel Engine Diesel Particulate Filter Warranty Extension with Diagnostic Trouble Code P2002
21N02 — EQUIPMENT
Certain 2013-2016 Model Year F-Series Super Duty 6.7L Diesel and 2015-2019 Model Year Transit 3.2L Diesel Vehicles â Front NOx Sensor Warranty Extension In all of the affected vehicles, the onboard diagnostic (OBD) system initially contained a software error that prevented illumination of the malfunction indicator light (MIL) if a...
SSM 47597 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Some 2013-2019 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with only DTC P2074 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to a dirty air filter, replace the filter if necessary. Do not replace the PCM or mass air flow (MAF)...
17M04-S1 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Certain 2014-2016 Model Year F-250 ? F-550 and 2016 Model Year F-650/F-750 Vehicles, With 6.7L Diesel Engine - Crankcase Ventilation Oil Separator Assembly
TSB 16-0154 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SOME 2011-2016 F-SUPER DUTY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6.7L DIESEL ENGINE, MAY EXHIBIT AN ILLUMINATED MIL WITH DTCS P208E AND/OR P218F STORED IN THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) MEMORY DUE TO UREA CRYSTALS FORMING ON THE REDUCTANT INJECTOR NOZZLE. FOLLOW THE SERVICE PROCEDURE STEPS TO CORRECT THE CONDITION.
SSM 46027 — ENGINE
FOR 2015-2016 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY PICKUP (EXCLUDES CHASSIS CAB) AND 2016 F650/750 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6.7L DIESEL ENGINE AND BUILT ON OR AFTER 2/1/2016, THE TURBOCHARGER DESIGN HAS CHANGED AND THE OIL SUPPLY TUBE IS NO LONGER PRESENT OR REQUIRED. THE REVISED TURBOCHARGER NOW USES AN INTERNAL PASSAGE TO...
SB-45259 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
FORD: 2015 F-SUPER DUTY AND 2016 ECONOLINE VEHICLES WITH TORQSHIFT6 TRANSMISSION WILL EXPERIENCE SOME HIGH PITCHED WHINING AND/OR CHIRPING NOISES AT 20 MPH OR BELOW *CN
TSB-14-0179 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
FORD: POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) MEMORY HAS STORED SAMPLE ERROR BANK-1 OF PARTICULATE MATTER SENSOR EXHAUST WITH DTC P24DA, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON. MODEL 2015 F-SUPER DUTY. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 FORD F-550 SD
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FORD F-550 SD
- 2010 FORD F-550 SD — 2 complaints
- 2011 FORD F-550 SD — 4 complaints
- 2012 FORD F-550 SD — 8 complaints
- 2013 FORD F-550 SD — 3 complaints
- 2014 FORD F-550 SD — 10 complaints
- 2015 FORD F-550 SD (current)
- 2016 FORD F-550 SD — 4 complaints
- 2017 FORD F-550 SD — 5 complaints
- 2018 FORD F-550 SD — 0 complaints
- 2019 FORD F-550 SD — 2 complaints
- 2020 FORD F-550 SD — 5 complaints
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