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.
2014 Ford F-550 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2014 Ford F-550 SD, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-307 the manufacturer reports only 42% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 21, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Ford F-550 SD has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Fuel/propulsion system
2Structure
2Engine2 crash/fire/injury
1Wheels
1Service brakes
1Power train
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2014 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.
no report yet
Suspension
Risk. 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.
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.
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.
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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 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
2014 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
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Ford F-550 SD, and the recalls they led to.
- Vehicle Commanded Engine ShutdownLed to recall 15V-175
In owners' words
What F-550 SD owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
FORD HAS INSTALLED SIX FUEL TANKS IN THIS TRUCK. ALL HAVE CRACKED DUE DO FAULTY FACTORY INSTALLATION. I HAVE SEVERAL PHOTO'S IF YOU WANT THEM. FORD KNOWS THEY HAVE A PROBLEM BUT WON'T FIX IT.
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