Structure Problems of Ford F-550

Ford F-550 owners have reported 30 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's frame and members (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Ford F-550


Recently reported Structure problems of Ford F-550

The Body problem

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-550. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact stated that the frame was cracked between the bed and the cab. There were no warning lights illuminated.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-550. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 mph, the sub frame suddenly fractured in half. The contact stated that the fracture occurred near the rear cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was later towed from the scene.   Read details...

The Structure problem

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The Underbody Shield problem

Drivers side frame crossmember has separated from frame rail. . . . . Broken rivets and welds. . . . #8-2b in the Ford workshop manual page 502-02-2 denotes cross member as part of the complete frame assembly. . . . . . . . . . .   Read details...




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