Engine And Engine Cooling Problems of Ford F-550

Ford F-550 owners have reported 160 engine and engine cooling related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 27 most common engine and engine cooling problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine and engine cooling (47 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's diesel engine (26 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Engine And Engine Cooling problems of Ford F-550

The Engine And Engine Cooling problem

While driving down the road a passerby got our drivers attention to tell them the truck was on fire. When he pulled over and got out the truck went up in flames fast from under the hood. Due to the heavy damage we are unsure where the fire started. It has not been inspected by anyone yet.   Read details...

The Diesel Engine problem

2006 Ford f550. Consumer states problem with turbo chargers and fuel tank liners the consumer stated the turbo was replaced twice and the fuel tank was replaced once. The fuel tank lining broke down and clogged the fuel filters as well as the fuel injectors.   Read details...

The Car Stall problem

The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-550. While driving 65 mph with the exhaust cleaning cycle operated, the cycle suddenly stopped. The vehicle lost power, stalled, and the check oil warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred on two separate occasions.   Read details...

The Engine problem

2004 Ford model 5500 f series dump truck with 43,000 miles diesel fuel tank delamination & damage caused to motor.   Read details...

The Engine Cooling System problem

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.   Read details...




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