Engine Cooling System Problems of Ford F-550

Ford F-550 owners have reported 7 problems related to engine cooling system (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 11/20/2009

I purchased a 2004 f550 Ford truck in 2005 with 13,000 orginial miles. I statrted having problems at 40,000 miles when the warranty ran out. I have two major problems: (1) the liner in the fuel tank separated from the tank and went through the fuel system. I had to replace the tank, injectors, and injector pump. (2) the head gaskets blew and the truck has no power. I plan on repairing the gaskets this week. When driving at any speed, the truck suddenly stops. I have contacted my dealer and went through their assistance program. They did not help with the repairs. I have contacted Ford's customer complaint division and experienced the same results. I spoke with several Ford mechanics and the above two items are ongoing major problems. I am looking for immediate assistance with repairing the 6. 0 diesel engine. The vehicle is unsafe to drive and a hazard to other drivers on the road. This is a severe highway safety issue. Please contact me as soon as possible to resolve these problems. Thanks. Pat christoff 301-748-5466.

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2 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 08/17/2009

04 Ford f550 sd dump truck was bought new on 12/04. . In April 2005 transmission leaked fluid while in park and truck was towed to dealer. The dealer claimed cause of problem was due to loose bolts on trans case. Tranmission continued to slip but dealer could not find problem. February 2006, approximately 16,000 miles on truck, transmission completely fails. Truck towed to dealership and new transmission installed. On June 2008 (approximately 56,000 miles) while driving on major highway, truck begins to lose power and black smoke pours out of muffler. The truck was driven to local dealership and diagnosed with a blown turbo. Ford did not cover cost of repair. I paid $4,500. 00 out of pocket to replace turbo. August 2009 (approximately 68,000 miles) again while driving on major highway, truck loses power and stalls. Truck was towed to Ford dealership and diagnosed with clogged injectors due to deteriorating gas tank. Dealer advised me that all 8 injectors would have to be replaced and new fuel pump installed. The total cost of repairs would be $4,300. 00 and it would not be covered by Ford. I was incensed to say the least. . . After getting a second opinion, I paid an additional $475. 00 and had the truck towed to another Ford dealership which made the repairs without any cost to me. The fuel tank was not replaced even though it was the cause of the problem. I replaced the tank and paid $750. 00 out of pocket. . . December 27, 2010 (96,000 miles) without warning, transmission begins to slip. I contacted the Ford dealership that made the last repairs. I was told the transmission was out of warrenty and would not be covered by Ford. It would cost $4,200. 00 to replace. I took truck to a local tranmission repair shop and paid $3,000. 00 to rebuild transmission. Its obvious that Ford does not back up their product. I will never buy another Ford again!!!!.

3 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 08/17/2009

04 Ford f550 sd dump truck was bought new on 12/04. . In April 2005 transmission leaked fluid while in park and truck was towed to dealer. The dealer claimed cause of problem was due to loose bolts on trans case. Transmission continued to slip but dealer could not find problem. February 2006, approximately 16,000 miles on truck, transmission completely fails. Truck towed to dealership and new transmission installed. On June 2008 (approximately 56,000 miles) while driving on major highway, truck begins to lose power and black smoke pours out of muffler. The truck was driven to local dealership and diagnosed with a blown turbo. Ford did not cover cost of repair. I paid $4,500. 00 out of pocket to replace turbo. August 2009 (approximately 68,000 miles) again while driving on major highway, truck loses power and stalls. Truck was towed to Ford dealership and diagnosed with clogged injectors due to deteriorating gas tank. Dealer advised me that all 8 injectors would have to be replaced and new fuel pump installed. The total cost of repairs would be $4,300. 00 and it would not be covered by Ford. I was incensed to say the least. . . After getting a second opinion, I paid an additional $475. 00 and had the truck towed to another Ford dealership which made the repairs without any cost to me. The fuel tank was not replaced even though it was the cause of the problem. I replaced the tank and paid $750. 00 out of pocket. . . December 27, 2010 (96,000 miles) without warning, transmission begins to slip. I contacted the Ford dealership that made the last repairs. I was told the transmission was out of warranty and would not be covered by Ford. It would cost $4,200. 00 to replace. I took truck to a local transmission repair shop and paid $3,000. 00 to rebuild transmission. Its obvious that Ford does not back up their product. I will never buy another Ford again!!!!.

4 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2005 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 09/22/2008

Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel my Ford f550 heavy duty truck equipped with diesel engine, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall. I hear I'm not the only I know for a fact the Ford has had many problem's with their engine's if possible I would like to return it for a refund.

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5 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2008 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 07/18/2008

Events leading up to the failure is typical over road driving. The failure is with the main cooling radiator, after about 20,000 it begins to leak at the drivers side bottom left corner. Consequences are the vehicle is not drivable until repairs are made. The truck was purchased in June 2007 and we are now having to replace the third radiator. The truck was under warranty with the first replacement, we had to pay a warranty adjustment with the second radiator. Now with the third one gone out they want us to pay for the entire replacement cost.

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6 Engine Cooling System problem of the 1999 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 06/04/2000

Water pump goes out every 18000 miles or two months at cost $250. 00 with 12k warrenty by Ford. Ford can not remedy exhaust leaks after 4 times.

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7 Engine Cooling System problem of the 1999 Ford F-550

Failure Date: 11/03/1999

Clutch burns out prematurally. The clutch has been replaced three times prior to this failure. Left high pressure fuel line hole rubbed from engine block/ water pump failure.


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