Automatic Transmission Problems of Ford F-550

Ford F-550 owners have reported 6 problems related to automatic transmission (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Automatic Transmission problem of the 2004 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 10/05/2004

While shifting, the transmission down shifted on its own. The transmission surged, and the vehicle blew out blue smoke. The consumer drove vehicle to the dealer, and the mechanic determined that ebp sensor needed to be replaced. The engine loaded up with fuel, smoke, surging when down shifted when the brake was applied, and severe missing when gears went down to first, all occurred as the vehicle was in the tow haul position. When the problem occurred on ice or snow covered roads.

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2 Automatic Transmission problem of the 1999 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 01/21/2004

While driving, the transmission stop shifting gears. The vehicle was towed to a dealership and the transmission was replaced. The vehicle also had major oil leaks through the fuel system.

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3 Automatic Transmission problem of the 2000 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 06/08/2001

While driving in reverse to dump a load of material a fire erupted in engine compartment. Dealership is in possession of truck ,and has not released it to the owner. Cause of the fire was transmission vent hose being pinched, which caused an increase in pressure behind the dip-stick. Dip-stick was forced out of place due to pressure. This allowed transmission fluid to be sprayed into hot engine compartment. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

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4 Automatic Transmission problem of the 2001 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 05/25/2001

When driving uphill vehicle was fine. As downgrading started, consumer noticed transmission had gone out without warning. There was no back pressure from lower gears. Vehicle still at dealer at this time.

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5 Automatic Transmission problem of the 1999 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 08/17/1998

While driving transmission/brakes failed.

6 Automatic Transmission problem of the 2001 Ford F-550

The f53 motorhome chassis has a severe vibration. Rv has been taken to three different heavy duty truck dealerships attempting to correct the vibration. The rear end has been replaced, 4 rear tires have been replaced, transmission has been shimmed, and tires balance several times. Vibration is still there. Hands have a tendancy to tingle from the vibration and am afraid loss of control is possible.


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