Ford F-650 Recalls

NHTSA has issued 7 safety recalls for the Ford F-650, covering model years 2009 through 2022. Fuel system faults account for 2 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2021 model year has the most, with 3 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 295,449 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on December 20, 2024.

Total recalls: 7
Model years affected: 6
Most recalled part: Fuel system
Latest recall: 2024

Ford F-650 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 7 total.

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All Ford F-650 recalls

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

24V957000Fuel systemReported December 20, 2024

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Model years affected: 2021–2022

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 ↗

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 ↗

20V691000Power trainReported November 10, 2020

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 7.3L gas engines. The transmission oil cooler line may contact the air conditioning compressor pulley, possibly causing a transmission fluid leak.

What can happen

Leaking transmission fluid may contact hot engine components, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect transmission oil cooler lines for proper orientation and damage, correcting the lines and replacing any that are damaged, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S66.

Vehicles affected: 225
Maker's recall no.: 20S66
Owners notified: December 21, 2020

Read campaign 20V691000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

19V237000Exterior lightingReported March 26, 2019

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Model years affected: 2018

The problem

Curbtender, Inc. (Curbtender) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-650 and QT06 vehicles with curbtenders equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

What can happen

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Curbtender will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Curbtender customer service at 1-319-266-1721.

Vehicles affected: 6
Owners notified: February 4, 2020
Safety standard: FMVSS 108

Read campaign 19V237000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

12V562000Reported December 3, 2012

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Model years affected: 2009, 2011

The problem

Phenix Enterprises, Inc. (Phenix) is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2011 trucks manufactured from July 22, 2008, through December 16, 2011, equipped with a Sure Power battery separator, part number 16511893 (model 1314). Suspect vehicles, in their as-built configuration, had a Sure Power battery separator installed on the inboard side of the curb side rail. These battery separators may overheat.

What can happen

If the battery separator overheats it can result in smoke and possibly a fire.

The fix

Phenix will notify owners and replace the battery separator free of charge. Owners may contact Phenix at 1-800-736-9790.

Vehicles affected: 42
Owners notified: February 27, 2013

Read campaign 12V562000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

12V318000VisibilityReported July 6, 2012

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Model years affected: 2012

The problem

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 F-650 AND F-750 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 1, 2012 THROUGH MARCH 16, 2012. THE CLEAR AND BLACK PRIMER MAY BE MISSING ON CERTAIN WINDSHIELDS WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN INSUFFICIENT BOND BETWEEN THE GLASS AND CAB STRUCTURE.

What can happen

AN INSUFFICIENT BOND MAY RESULT IN A SEPARATION OF THE WINDSHIELD FROM THE CAB, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

The fix

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND INSPECT THE WINDSHIELD FOR URETHANE ADHESION, AND REPLACE OR REINSTALL THE WINDSHIELD AS REQUIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

Vehicles affected: 783
Maker's recall no.: 12S33
Owners notified: July 31, 2012

Read campaign 12V318000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

12V097000BrakeReported March 7, 2012

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE

Model years affected: 2011

The problem

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-650 AND F-750 TRUCKS, MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 3, 2010, THROUGH DECEMBER 20, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX ATR-6 ANTILOCK TRACTION RELAY VALVES. IN EXTREMELY COLD CONDITIONS, THE BENDIX RELAY VALVES MAY POTENTIALLY DEVELOP INTERNAL LEAKAGE. INTERNAL LEAKAGE CAN LEAD TO AIR PRESSURE BEING DELIVERED TO AFFECTED PRIMARY OR SECONDARY BRAKE CAUSING CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION.

What can happen

UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO, THE BRAKES MAY BE APPLIED WITHOUT ILLUMINATING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, FAILING TO GIVE PROPER WARNING TO OTHER DRIVERS.

The fix

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A BENDIX ATR-6 TRACTION RELAY VALVE KIT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY AT 1-800-392-3673.

Vehicles affected: 352
Maker's recall no.: 12S28
Owners notified: April 12, 2012

Read campaign 12V097000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

What to do if your Ford F-650 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-650 recall questions

How many recalls does the Ford F-650 have?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the Ford F-650 across model years 2009 to 2022. 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-650 model year has the most recalls?

The 2021 Ford F-650 carries the most, with 3 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-650 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-650 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

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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

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