2015 Ford F-550 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-550 SD years
- More complaints than other years 12th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Ford F-550 SD. That ranks 12th out of 32 F-550 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 36%), typically at around 25,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires, 3 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 11owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Ford F-550 SD problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 36% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 36% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 27% | 44,298 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 18% | 44,298 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 9% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 9% | 68,896 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 9% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 9% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 9% | 14,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Ford F-550 SD recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Problem: 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 down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.
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.
Fix: 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.
Suspension
Problem: 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.
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.
Fix: 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.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Problem: 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" but possibly engage "Reverse" for 1.5 seconds before engaging "Drive." Therefore, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."
Risk: If the vehicle is in "Reverse" while the while the gear selection shows "Drive," unexpected movement could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak (PE24014) — opened May 9, 2024, still open.
- Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown (RQ14005) — opened Jan 13, 2015, closed Mar 15, 2016, led to recall 15V175000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
The truck was traveling west on [XXX] towards Stockton when the instrument panel illuminated with a âLow Fuel Pressureâ 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…
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.
Other Ford F-550 SD years
← 2014 F-550 SD · 2016 F-550 SD →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-550 SD | 1 | 3 |
| 2025 F-550 SD | 1 | 3 |
| 2024 F-550 SD | 2 | 2 |
| 2023 F-550 SD | 1 | 9 |
| 2022 F-550 SD | 9 | 12 |
| 2021 F-550 SD | 12 | 9 |
| 2020 F-550 SD | 4 | 8 |
| 2019 F-550 SD | 4 | 5 |
| 2018 F-550 SD | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 F-550 SD | 2 | 8 |
| 2016 F-550 SD | 3 | 3 |
| 2015 | 11 | 3 |
| 2014 F-550 SD | 9 | 6 |
| 2013 F-550 SD | 2 | 9 |
| 2012 F-550 SD | 6 | 10 |
| 2011 F-550 SD | 3 | 12 |
| 2010 F-550 SD | 1 | 7 |
| 2009 F-550 SD | 1 | 5 |
| 2008 F-550 SD | 26 | 4 |
| 2007 F-550 SD | 23 | 1 |
| 2006 F-550 SD | 44 | 1 |
| 2005 F-550 SD | 32 | 4 |
| 2004 F-550 SD | 49 | 2 |
| 2003 F-550 SD | 33 | 5 |
| 2002 F-550 SD | 22 | 4 |
| 2001 F-550 SD | 29 | 6 |
| 2000 F-550 SD | 72 | 5 |
| 1999 F-550 SD | 61 | 8 |
| 1998 F-550 SD | 0 | 2 |
| 1997 F-550 SD | 2 | 3 |
| 1996 F-550 SD | 0 | 2 |
| 1995 F-550 SD | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford F-550 SD?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Ford F-550 SD?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Ford F-550 SD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-550 SD model years, the 2015 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.