2011 Ford F-650 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-650 SD years
- Not enough data 10th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Ford F-650 SD. That ranks 10th out of 18 F-650 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 11,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Ford F-650 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 11,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2011 Ford F-650 SD recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 and 2015 Ford F-650, and F-750 trucks manufactured February 14, 2011, to April 28, 2015, and equipped with a 70% fixed bench passenger seat. The affected vehicles have passenger seat belt anchorage floor attachments that are not installed in the correct location. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: Seat belt anchors that are installed in an incorrect location may increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will correct the seat belt anchorage locations, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C09.
Power train:axle assembly
Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 f-650 trucks, manufactured from february 2, 2011, through february 17, 2011, and equipped with a meritor mfs08 front steer axle. The bolts attaching the steering arm to the steering knuckle were not properly tightened. This condition can result in the steering arm loosening or separating.
Risk: Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering arm and steering knuckle, and repair the vehicles as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on january 20, 2012. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module
Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 f-650 and f-750 trucks, equipped with air brakes and a trailer package or tractor package, for an incorrectly programmed abs module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems (abs)."
Risk: An affected vehicle may not display a trailer abs fault in the cab of the truck warning the driver of an existing trailer abs failure. Such an abs failure may result in trailer brake lock-up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will notify owners and replace the abs module free of charge. The safety recall began on may 18, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While the vehicle was being operated in the normal course of business a faulty electric air control module (part number 4c4z-5k862-aa) over heated, melted and burned. This caused the cab of the vehicle to fill with smoke and the air brakes and other air devices to malfunction.
Other Ford F-650 SD years
← 2010 F-650 SD · 2012 F-650 SD →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-650 SD | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 F-650 SD | 4 | 3 |
| 2023 F-650 SD | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 F-650 SD | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 F-650 SD | 4 | 0 |
| 2018 F-650 SD | 0 | 5 |
| 2016 F-650 SD | 3 | 3 |
| 2015 F-650 SD | 1 | 4 |
| 2013 F-650 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 F-650 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 | 3 |
| 2010 F-650 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 F-650 SD | 1 | 3 |
| 2008 F-650 SD | 2 | 4 |
| 2007 F-650 SD | 5 | 1 |
| 2006 F-650 SD | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 F-650 SD | 6 | 2 |
| 2004 F-650 SD | 10 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford F-650 SD?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Ford F-650 SD?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Ford F-650 SD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-650 SD model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.