repaired · 2021 Q2
Driveline: differential unit
Risk. If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.
2020 Ford F-550Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2020 Ford F-550, most often about the fuel system, diesel. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-633 the manufacturer reports only 78% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Ford F-550 has problems
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Fuel system, diesel
3Suspension
3Power train
3Engine
2Structure
2Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
1Visibility
1Service brakes
1Electrical system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system, diesel | 6 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2020 Ford F-550 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 · 2021 Q1
Front assembly: recliner
Risk. A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the…
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
2020 vs. every other F-550 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 median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2020 Ford F-550, and the recalls they led to.
- Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter LeakOpen
In owners' words
What F-550 owners report
Recent fuel system, diesel complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-550. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it was discovered that there was metal deposits inside the system causing the fuel pump failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The dealer was…
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-550. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the fuel injector became inoperable. The check engine warning light became illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the fuel injectors needed to be…
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-550. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the remedy was not available. The contact stated that…
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