repaired · 2016 Q3
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.
2012 Ford F-550 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2012 Ford F-550 SD, most often about the engine. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-379 the manufacturer reports only 0% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 19, 2016. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 Ford F-550 SD has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Engine
2Equipment
1Electrical system
1Exterior lighting
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
10 recalls
2012 Ford F-550 SD recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door.
no report yet
Equipment
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.
no report yet
Equipment
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.
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repaired · 2015 Q4
Equipment
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.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Equipment
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.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Equipment
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.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Engine: gasoline
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.
no report yet
Engine: gasoline
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.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Equipment
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.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2012 vs. every other F-550 SD year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the F-550 SD median. How we score
'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2012 Ford F-550 SD, and the recalls they led to.
- CNG Fuel Container SecurementLed to recall 14V-040
- Vehicle Commanded Engine ShutdownLed to recall 15V-175
In owners' words
What F-550 SD owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
VEHICLE SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY DURING NORMAL HIGHWAY DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH. LOST ENGINE POWER AND ALL INTERIOR POWER, INCLUDING IGNITION POWER.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD F-550 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, A LOUD BANGING SOUNDED WAS HEARD INSIDE THE CABIN AND THE ENGINE POWER REDUCED SUBSTANTIALLY. THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED, BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED…
THE TURBO BEARING FAILED IN THE TRUCK AT 21,101 MILES. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED IT, BUT SINCE THEN I HAVE SPENT WAY TOO MUCH TIME AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR PROBLEMS WITH THIS TRUCK THAT I SHOULD NOT BE HAVING. THERE IS ALSO A TYPEWRITER TICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AFTER OIL CHANGES, FORD IS…
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