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Ford F-550 Super Duty Recalls

NHTSA has issued 54 safety recalls for the Ford F-550 Super Duty, covering model years 2002 through 2026. Power train faults account for 6 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2011 model year has the most, with 15 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 4,381,878 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on March 31, 2026.

Urgent safety advisory on the Ford F-550 Super Duty

3 recalls below carry an NHTSA do-not-drive advisory. If your vehicle is affected, stop driving it and call your dealer to arrange the repair.

Check your own VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether these apply to your car.

Total recalls
54
Model years affected
24
Most recalled part
Power train
Latest recall
2026

Ford F-550 Super Duty recalls by model year

How many campaigns were issued against each model year. One recall often covers several years at once, so these add up to more than the 54 total.

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The 30 most recent Ford F-550 Super Duty recalls

Each entry is an official NHTSA campaign, shown with the defect, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them, newest first.

26V204000VisibilityReported March 31, 2026

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES

Model years affected: 2022–2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.

What can happen

Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026.

Vehicles affected
422,613
Maker's recall no.
26S24
Read campaign 26V204000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
26V158000Fuel systemReported March 17, 2026

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Model years affected: 2020–2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, 2021-2022 F600, and 2022 F750 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V957. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.

What can happen

High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed mailed April 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S17. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 18, 2026.

Vehicles affected
9,839
Maker's recall no.
26S17
Owners notified
April 7, 2026
Read campaign 26V158000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
26V104000Exterior lightingReported February 20, 2026

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Model years affected: 2022–2026

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What can happen

Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

Vehicles affected
4,381,878
Maker's recall no.
26C10
Owners notified
March 25, 2026
Safety standard
FMVSS 108
Read campaign 26V104000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V572000Backup cameraReported September 3, 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Model years affected: 2016–2019

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

What can happen

A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

Vehicles affected
1,456,417
Maker's recall no.
25S89
Owners notified
January 13, 2026
Read campaign 25V572000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V540000Electrical systemReported August 22, 2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2025–2026

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, and 2025 F-150 vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.

What can happen

An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S88.

Vehicles affected
355,656
Maker's recall no.
25S88
Owners notified
September 5, 2025
Read campaign 25V540000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V455000Fuel systemReported July 7, 2025

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Model years affected: 2021–2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

What can happen

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 16, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated 2nd Quarter 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

Vehicles affected
850,318
Maker's recall no.
25S75
Read campaign 25V455000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V401000BrakeReported June 13, 2025
NHTSA advises: do not drive this vehicleOwners of affected vehicles are told to stop driving until the repair is done. Contact your dealer to arrange it.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, and F-250 SD vehicles. The brake booster pushrod retaining spring may not have been installed, which can allow the pushrod to disconnect from the brake pedal and cause a sudden loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems" and 105, "Hydraulic and electric brake systems."

What can happen

A sudden loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and repair the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C26.

Vehicles affected
2,345
Maker's recall no.
25C26
Owners notified
June 19, 2025
Safety standard
FMVSS 135
Read campaign 25V401000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V315000Backup cameraReported May 9, 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2023–2024

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

What can happen

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Vehicles affected
1,076,138
Maker's recall no.
25S49
Owners notified
October 8, 2025
Read campaign 25V315000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V132000Electrical systemReported February 28, 2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

What can happen

Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.

Vehicles affected
10,952
Maker's recall no.
25S15
Owners notified
April 11, 2025
Read campaign 25V132000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
25V048000Backup cameraReported January 31, 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Model years affected: 2021–2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Expedition, 2021-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The rearview camera may display a blank or distorted image.

What can happen

Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S05.

Vehicles affected
91,580
Maker's recall no.
25S05
Owners notified
September 18, 2025
Read campaign 25V048000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
24V957000Fuel systemReported December 20, 2024

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Model years affected: 2020–2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021-2022 F-650, F750 vehicles. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.

What can happen

High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S78.

Vehicles affected
295,449
Maker's recall no.
24S78
Owners notified
January 23, 2026
Read campaign 24V957000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V847000AirbagReported December 15, 2023

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 and Ford SD F250, F350, F450, F550, and F600 vehicles. The steering wheel clock spring may have an insufficient weld, causing a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.

What can happen

A deactivated air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the clock spring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Vehicles affected
17,970
Owners notified
May 3, 2024
Safety standard
FMVSS 208
Read campaign 23V847000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V758000Reported November 9, 2023
NHTSA advises: do not drive this vehicleOwners of affected vehicles are told to stop driving until the repair is done. Contact your dealer to arrange it.

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Model years affected: 2022–2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Super Duty F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-600 vehicles. The fasteners for the front wheel hub extender may be insufficiently tightened, which can result in the wheel and wheel extender detaching from the vehicle.

What can happen

Wheel detachment can result in a loss of vehicle control and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the front wheel hub extender retaining nuts. If the retaining nuts are loose, dealers will replace the wheel hub extender, retaining nuts, and hub assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 7, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at -866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S59.

Vehicles affected
13
Maker's recall no.
23S59
Owners notified
December 7, 2023
Read campaign 23V758000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V506000Electrical systemReported July 21, 2023

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Escape, Super Duty F-250, Super Duty F-350, Super Duty F-450, and Super Duty F-550 vehicles equipped with a digital instrument panel cluster. The module may have been improperly soldered, preventing the instrument panel from illuminating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

What can happen

An inoperable instrument panel cannot show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, which may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the module or instrument panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 4, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C25.

Vehicles affected
38,695
Maker's recall no.
23C25
Owners notified
December 4, 2023
Safety standard
FMVSS 101
Read campaign 23V506000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V507000StructureReported July 21, 2023

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Super Duty F250, F350, F450, and F550 vehicles. If the driver and front passenger door module experiences a low power condition and resets while the window is moving, the anti-pinch function may not detect an obstacle near the top edge and may not automatically reverse direction.

What can happen

A window that does not automatically reverse when an obstruction is encountered increases the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S37.

Vehicles affected
1,339
Maker's recall no.
23S37
Owners notified
August 28, 2023
Read campaign 23V507000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
23V420000Reported June 9, 2023

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Model years affected: 2019–2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

What can happen

Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.

Vehicles affected
691,133
Maker's recall no.
23C20
Owners notified
July 21, 2023
Safety standard
FMVSS 202
Read campaign 23V420000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V384000Reported May 27, 2022

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F600, and 2023 E-Series vehicles. In addition, certain 2016 E-Series, 2017 and 2019 F-450, 2021 F-350, and 2021 Transit vehicles that received a reprinted label are also included in this recall. The Safety Certification Labels are missing the tire size, rim type, and tire pressure values for both the front and rear axles. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 110, "Tire Selection and Rim", and 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."

What can happen

Missing tire information could lead to an incorrect tire or rim being installed, or incorrect tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the Safety Certification Label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C09.

Vehicles affected
5,247
Maker's recall no.
22C09
Owners notified
July 6, 2022
Safety standard
FMVSS 110
Read campaign 22V384000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V337000AirbagReported May 13, 2022

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE

Model years affected: 2016

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Dust may accumulate in the steering wheel clock spring, causing a disconnection in the electrical connection resulting in the driver's air bag not deploying as intended.

What can happen

A disconnected driver's air bag can result in it not deploying, as intended, during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the steering wheel clock spring, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. An interim notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on July 6, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S35.

Vehicles affected
310,203
Maker's recall no.
22S35
Owners notified
July 10, 2023
Read campaign 22V337000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V250000VisibilityReported April 14, 2022

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES

Model years affected: 2020–2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.

What can happen

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available 3rd Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26.

Vehicles affected
652,996
Maker's recall no.
22S26
Owners notified
October 21, 2022
Read campaign 22V250000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V252000Backup cameraReported April 14, 2022

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Model years affected: 2019

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 F-150, Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

What can happen

A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.

Vehicles affected
21,904
Maker's recall no.
20C19
Owners notified
June 2, 2022
Safety standard
FMVSS 111
Read campaign 22V252000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V256000Power trainReported April 14, 2022

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A washer within the vehicle's transmission can disintegrate, causing metallic debris to become lodged in the 'Park' mechanism.

What can happen

Debris lodged within the 'Park' mechanism may prevent the vehicle from achieving or holding 'Park,' increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway and a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace a gearset within the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 19, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S22.

Vehicles affected
23,165
Maker's recall no.
22S22
Owners notified
April 19, 2023
Read campaign 22V256000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V193000Electrical systemReported March 25, 2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

What can happen

Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.

Vehicles affected
391,836
Maker's recall no.
22S17
Owners notified
April 22, 2022
Read campaign 22V193000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
22V013000Fuel systemReported January 14, 2022

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, and Medium Duty F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A small void may be present in the top-center of the vehicle's underhood secondary fuel filter cap, which may progress to a pinhole over time, allowing fuel to leak from the top of the secondary fuel filter.

What can happen

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the primary and secondary fuel filters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S01.

Vehicles affected
19,697
Maker's recall no.
22S01
Owners notified
January 28, 2022
Read campaign 22V013000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
21V390000Power trainReported May 25, 2021
NHTSA advises: do not drive this vehicleOwners of affected vehicles are told to stop driving until the repair is done. Contact your dealer to arrange it.

POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-600 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels and front wheel hub extenders. The front wheel hub extenders may be improperly attached to the front rotor hub assemblies, which could result in separation of the wheels and wheel extenders from the vehicle.

What can happen

A detached wheel and wheel extender can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are instructed not to drive their vehicles until the torque of the wheel extender nuts can be verified. Dealers will inspect and tighten the front wheel hub extender nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S26.

Vehicles affected
17,616
Maker's recall no.
21S26
Owners notified
June 18, 2021
Read campaign 21V390000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
21V090000VisibilityReported February 18, 2021

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Model years affected: 2020–2021

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 and 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

What can happen

In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C06.

Vehicles affected
79,017
Maker's recall no.
21C06
Owners notified
April 16, 2021
Safety standard
FMVSS 212
Read campaign 21V090000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V575000Backup cameraReported September 23, 2020

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

What can happen

Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.

Vehicles affected
620,246
Maker's recall no.
20C19
Owners notified
February 1, 2021
Safety standard
FMVSS 111
Read campaign 20V575000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
20V365000Power trainReported June 23, 2020

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Super-Duty F-250, F-350, and F-550 diesel pickups. The transmission torque converter damper plate was not tempered, resulting in a brittle damper plate that may fracture and cause the engine to stall or require increased brake pedal effort in order to stop the vehicle.

What can happen

An engine stall or requiring additional braking effort to stop the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission assembly, free of charge. This recall began July 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S33.

Vehicles affected
13
Maker's recall no.
20S33
Owners notified
July 6, 2020
Read campaign 20V365000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
19V880000Seat beltReported December 11, 2019

SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

Model years affected: 2017–2019

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCrew Cab vehicles with carpet flooring. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.

What can happen

A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply heat resistant tape to the carpet and its insulation, and modify the B-Pillar insulation as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S52.

Vehicles affected
490,574
Maker's recall no.
19S52
Owners notified
January 22, 2020
Read campaign 19V880000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
19V278000Reported April 8, 2019

ENGINE

Model years affected: 2017–2019

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged.

What can happen

A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S11.

Vehicles affected
131,068
Maker's recall no.
19S11
Owners notified
May 31, 2019
Read campaign 19V278000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
17V652000Latch and lockReported October 16, 2017

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Model years affected: 2017

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door latches may freeze after water gets into the latch. Either condition can result in the doors opening while driving although they appear to be closed.

What can happen

A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S33.

Vehicles affected
1,101,107
Maker's recall no.
17S33
Owners notified
October 12, 2018
Read campaign 17V652000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

Earlier Ford F-550 Super Duty recalls

The remaining 24 campaigns on file, oldest going back to 2010. Open any campaign number for the full report on NHTSA.gov.

CampaignComponentModel yearsReported
17V599000Seat20172017-09-25
17V332000Seat20172017-05-22
17V212000Power train20172017-03-27
16V778000Fuel system20172016-10-26
16V246000Tire20162016-04-26
15V175000Power train2011–20152015-03-25
15V112000EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY2011–20122015-02-25
15V024000Suspension2014–20152015-01-22
14V507000EQUIPMENT2009–20142014-08-18
14V496000EQUIPMENT2009–20132014-08-11
14V494000EQUIPMENT2009–20132014-08-08
14V453000EQUIPMENT20112014-07-24
14V360000EQUIPMENT2009–20132014-06-23
14V336000EQUIPMENT2009–20142014-06-18
14V326000EQUIPMENT2012–20132014-06-13
14V328000EQUIPMENT2009–20142014-06-13
14V327000EQUIPMENT2009–20142014-06-12
14V379000EQUIPMENT2010–20132014-06-10
14V382000EQUIPMENT2009–20132014-06-10
14V307000EQUIPMENT2010–20142014-06-04
14V204000Power train20152014-04-17
11V352000Exterior lighting2002–20072011-07-13
11V128000Electrical system20112011-02-24
10V659000Structure20112010-12-29

What to do if your Ford F-550 Super Duty is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

Ford F-550 Super Duty recall questions

How many recalls does the Ford F-550 Super Duty have?

NHTSA lists 54 recall campaigns for the Ford F-550 Super Duty across model years 2002 to 2026. That count covers recalls filed from 2010 onward. Not every campaign applies to every car of that model year, because manufacturers limit recalls by build date and VIN.

Which Ford F-550 Super Duty model year has the most recalls?

The 2011 Ford F-550 Super Duty carries the most, with 15 recall campaigns. A high count does not automatically mean a worse car: a single supplier fault can trigger a recall across an entire production run, and manufacturers that report problems quickly tend to show more campaigns.

Are Ford F-550 Super Duty recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to repair a safety recall at no cost, including parts and labour, on vehicles under 15 years old. There is no mileage limit, and you do not have to be the original owner or have bought the car from that dealer.

Can I sell or register a Ford F-550 Super Duty with an open recall?

Yes. An open recall does not stop a title transfer or registration in any state, and private sellers are generally not required to repair one first. Dealers face stricter rules on some safety recalls. If you are buying, check the VIN before you pay; the repair is free, but you want to know what you are taking on.

Other Ford recalls

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:
July 18, 2026
Coverage:
Recalls from 2010 onward
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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

⚠ Independent resource — check your VIN before actingCar Paperwork is not affiliated with NHTSA, any manufacturer, or any dealer. This page lists recalls issued for a model, which is not the same as a recall on your car: only a VIN check confirms that. Recall records are also updated by NHTSA continuously, so treat this as a starting point and confirm anything urgent with NHTSA or a franchised dealer. Nothing here is legal or repair advice.