2006 Ford F-550 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2006 Ford F-550 ranks 6th worst out of 21 model years, with a complaint index of 75 and an Avoid verdict driven mainly by Fuel System complaints (82% of the 44 total complaints, median failure mileage 48,318).
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 75/100
- #6 of 21 F-550 years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 44
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Fuel System
Top 2006 Ford F-550 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Fuel System36 (82%)
- Engine8 (18%)
- Brakes1 (2%)
- Electrical System1 (2%)
- Other1 (2%)
- Structure & Body1 (2%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Fuel tanks reportedly deteriorate or delaminate internally, shedding flaky material that clogs fuel filters and injectors.
- Owners describe repeated injector replacements, sometimes multiple sets in a single year, tied to fuel tank breakdown.
- Trucks stall unexpectedly at various speeds, including in the middle of the road, with dealers unable to duplicate the failure.
- Engine hesitates for several seconds during acceleration from a stop before power returns, described as a turbo lag issue.
- A wiring short in factory-installed trailer brake wiring increased stopping distance on towed vehicles.
- An electrical fire filled the cab with smoke while the truck was parked, leading to smoke inhalation injuries to pets inside.
2006 Ford F-550 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 11V352000Jul 13, 2011Electrical System26,715 vehicles
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
Risk: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on august 15, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
2006 compared with other F-550 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2006 Ford F-550 reliable?
- Compared with other F-550 model years, 2006 ranks 6th worst out of 21 years tracked, with a complaint index of 75 and an Avoid verdict based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2006 Ford F-550?
- Fuel System complaints make up 82% of all reported issues (36 of 44 complaints), mainly involving fuel tank deterioration, with a median failure mileage of 48,318.
- Does the 2006 Ford F-550 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists one recall campaign (11V352000) affecting the Electrical System, covering certain 2004-2011 model year trucks with an affected switch that dealers replace free of charge.
- How does the 2006 F-550 compare to other years?
- The 2005 and 2007 F-550 both earn a Good verdict with lower complaint indexes of 35 and 45, while 2006 stands out with a higher index of 75 and more Fuel System complaints.