2006 Ford E-550 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 25, 2014 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other E-550 years
Not enough data 3rd of 12 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Ford E-550. That ranks 3rd out of 12 E-550 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 98,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2006 Ford E-550 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1 · ~98,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~98,000 mi
Power Train1 · ~300 mi
Seat Belts1 · ~12,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine133%98,000——
Fuel/propulsion System133%98,000——
Power Train133%300——
Seat Belts133%12,500——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2007, with 1 complaints
2007: 1200712010: 1201012014: 120141

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2006 Ford E-550 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Ford E-550.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

2006 f550 losing power, metal shaving in fuel line, violent leaking egr value, no power hard to start. *tr

Engine · received Nov 25, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10660835

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford lc f-550. The contact stated when driving at any speed of at least 40 mph, the vehicle would independently shift into neutral. The dealer performed a diagnostic yet was unable to duplicate or produce any failure codes for the vehicle. The failure persisted. The…

Power Train · received Jun 24, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10339856

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford e550. While accelerating from a stop at 25 mph, the contact was struck by another vehicle on the driver side. The contact then drove into oncoming traffic and crashed head on into another vehicle. Afterwards, the vehicle struck a large sign. When the vehicle finally…

Seat Belts · received Jun 19, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10193774

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ford E-550?

Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Ford E-550?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 Ford E-550 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E-550 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.