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2012 Ford F-550 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2012 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component18
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Equipment | 12 |
| Power train | 2 |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 |
| Fuel system, other | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 |
Safety recalls18
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Mar 25, 201515V175000 | Power train: automatic transmission control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V175000
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| Feb 25, 201515V112000 | Equipment adaptive/mobilityIf the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V112000
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| Aug 18, 201414V507000 | EquipmentThe leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V507000
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| Aug 13, 201414V498000 | EquipmentThe leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V498000
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| Aug 11, 201414V496000 | EquipmentThe leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V496000
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| Aug 8, 201414V494000 | EquipmentThe leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V494000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: F-550 Sd, F-550 Super Duty, F-550. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component19
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 63 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 11 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 11 |
| Equipment | 2 | 11 |
| Steering | 1 | 5 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 5 |
| Power train | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 5 |
| Gasoline | 1 | 5 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 5 |
| Suspension | 1 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 5 |
| Tires | 1 | 5 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names F-550, F-550 SD.
Latest reports
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-550 chassis with an Earth Roamer RV. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle was making an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment.”
- Engine
“The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-550. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning.”
- Engine
“While driving vehicle on trail it was noticed that smoke and fire were coming from the undercarriage. Driver attempted to put the fire out with the vehicle supplied fire extinguisher.”
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2012 Ford F-550 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2012 Ford F-550 have?
NHTSA lists 18 safety recall campaigns for the 2012 Ford F-550. The most recent, 15V175000 (reported March 25, 2015), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2012 Ford F-550 recalls for?
The largest group is equipment, with 12 campaigns. Others: power train (2), equipment adaptive/mobility (1), fuel system, other (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2012 Ford F-550?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 12 complaints out of 19 filed with NHTSA (63%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2012 Ford F-550?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
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