2020 Ford F-550 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-550 years
- More complaints than other years 1st of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Ford F-550. That is the most of any F-550 model year in the database (14 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, diesel (6 complaints, 35%), typically at around 38,239 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 17owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Ford F-550 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Diesel | 6 | 35% | 38,239 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 18% | 85,172 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 18% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 18% | 2,200 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 12% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 12% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 6% | 2,393 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2020 Ford F-550 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:driveline:differential unit; power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-550 and 2021 E-350 and E-450 vehicles. The rear axle differential fluid may be below the minimum level, possibly resulting in a failure of the rear axle assembly and driveshaft separation.
Risk: If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied, unintended vehicle movement can occur and increase the risk of injury or crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle differential fluid level and adjust it, or replace the rear axle as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S09.
Seats:front assembly:recliner; seats:mid/rear assembly
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
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 risk of injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
I had my truck serviced, engine oil and fuel filters replaced, I picked up truck and while driving home, engine loss of power came on screen, truck then stalled, I observed smoke coming from under the hood, I exited vehicle to try and open hood, but flames were already present, I called 911 fire…
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…
At ~93,000 miles, my 2020 Ford F-550 (7.3L âGodzillaâ V8) suffered catastrophic engine failure due to a roller lifter bearing failure, causing internal valvetrain damage and requiring full engine replacement. Ford dealer stated they recommended 90% coverage of the repair under goodwill through…
Other Ford F-550 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 17 | 2 |
| 2019 F-550 | 14 | 4 |
| 2018 F-550 | 8 | 10 |
| 2017 F-550 | 14 | 5 |
| 2016 F-550 | 9 | 0 |
| 2015 F-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 F-550 | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 F-550 | 6 | 1 |
| 2012 F-550 | 13 | 5 |
| 2011 F-550 | 12 | 5 |
| 2010 F-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 F-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 F-550 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 F-550 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ford F-550?
Owners most often report fuel system, diesel, engine, power train problems. The top one, fuel system, diesel, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Ford F-550?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 Ford F-550 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-550 model years, the 2020 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.