Ford F-550 Sd 2002
Model F-550 Sd made in 2002 by Ford got 28 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to exterior lighting, fuel system, diesel and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding power train. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, exterior lighting and vehicle speed control.
Model 2002
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V553000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | V (Vehicle) | 1176000 | 12/29/2007 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 12/05/2007 | 12/05/2007 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. the recall began on december 29, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford recall no. 07s57.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V352000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | V (Vehicle) | 26715 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 07/13/2011 | 07/13/2011 | 571 | 108 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 15, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford's safety recall no. 11c18.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 09V399000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | V (Vehicle) | 4500000 | 10/27/2009 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/13/2009 | 10/13/2009 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). the scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. on 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the abs control module connector and repair as necessary. repairs will be completed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 27, 2009. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford's recall campaign number is 09s09.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) | |||||
| 20052 | 11/01/2007 | 10023653 | 1999-2008 f250-f550 super duty 4x4 with electronic shift transfer case not engaging 4x4. *nj | 01/22/2008 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 4 | 09/01/2011 | |
| 2002 ford f550 flatbed truck. consumer states vehicle is unsafe to drive *tgw the consumer stated all of the tires were dry rotted, to the point they could not be re-treaded. the rear brakes and wheel seals needed to be replaced. the fuel sending assembly failed, and had to be replaced at a cost of $ 1251.46. the upper shocks were rusted, the headlight assembly and marker assembly were broken. the consumer stated the vehicle should not have passed dot inspection. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 4 | 09/01/2011 | |
| 2002 ford f550 flatbed truck. consumer states vehicle is unsafe to drive *tgw the consumer stated all of the tires were dry rotted, to the point they could not be re-treaded. the rear brakes and wheel seals needed to be replaced. the fuel sending assembly failed, and had to be replaced at a cost of $ 1251.46. the upper shocks were rusted, the headlight assembly and marker assembly were broken. the consumer stated the vehicle should not have passed dot inspection. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 11/29/2011 | |||
| Driving vehicle, vehicle lost power. driver just made it off the road. had the vehicle towed to a service station. being told that the fuel tank is de-laminating. they have to replace the whole fuel system. total cost $3,500.00. called ford, they are saying there is no known problem. when i do a google search several complaints are posted on different sites about the same problem. it seems as though several years are affected. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 4 | 09/01/2011 | |
| 2002 ford f550 flatbed truck. consumer states vehicle is unsafe to drive *tgw the consumer stated all of the tires were dry rotted, to the point they could not be re-treaded. the rear brakes and wheel seals needed to be replaced. the fuel sending assembly failed, and had to be replaced at a cost of $ 1251.46. the upper shocks were rusted, the headlight assembly and marker assembly were broken. the consumer stated the vehicle should not have passed dot inspection. *jb | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 4 | 09/01/2011 | |
| 2002 ford f550 flatbed truck. consumer states vehicle is unsafe to drive *tgw the consumer stated all of the tires were dry rotted, to the point they could not be re-treaded. the rear brakes and wheel seals needed to be replaced. the fuel sending assembly failed, and had to be replaced at a cost of $ 1251.46. the upper shocks were rusted, the headlight assembly and marker assembly were broken. the consumer stated the vehicle should not have passed dot inspection. *jb | |||