Ford F450 2006

Model F450 made in 2006 by Ford got 16 consumer complains as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningequipment and exterior lighting.

Model 2006

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
07E066000CEQUENT ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS E (Equipment)17509/05/2007MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY08/28/200708/29/2007
Defect SummaryCertain cequent 90 degree 7-way right angle adaptors sold by distributors in tow packages for aftermarket sales to tow 5th wheel rv travel trailers. due to incorrect wiring of the harness, the trailer lights may not operate properly.
Consequence SummaryIf the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.
Corrective SummaryAll of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket cequent tow packages and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler, gmc, or ford vehicles.customers may 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
11V352000FORD MOTOR COMPANY V (Vehicle)26715MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY07/13/201107/13/2011571108
Defect SummaryFord 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 SummaryNon-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesFord'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 .

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
02/24/201076000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford f450. while driving 25 mph he tried apply the brakes and the vehicle began to slide to the left and he almost hit a few vehicles. the driver stated that his front tires locked up. he contacted the dealer and they said it was due to low voltage. the dealer then replaced his alternator for $500.00. the driver stated that there was also smoke coming from the tires. the failure mileage was 75,000. the current mileage was 76,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
03/14/200960000
 - the contact owns a 2006 ford f450 . while driving at various speeds the vehicle will constantly smoke up, run hot and lose power . the vehicle was then taken to the dealer and they stated that this is a known problem and the egr oil cooler needs to be replaced. the vehicle has had this part replaced twice. the vehicle has been at the dealer for 2 weeks for diagnostic for this issue once again . the contact will not have the vehicle repaired at the dealer because he believes that the part is defective. there have been no repairs at this moment.the vehicles identification number is not available. the failure mileage was 60000 and the current mileage was 102000.cv
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
01/18/201121000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 ford f-450. the contact stated the gas tank on the vehicle is deteriorating. do to corrosion from the diesel fuel. the contact was informed of the failure by the service station doing an oil change. the mechanic stated the lining is being eaten through by the fuel, but it has not completely eaten through the lining yet. the manufacturer stated the fuel tank was not under recall. the failure mileage and current mileages were 21000.rl
01/03/200818370
 The coating on the interior of ford diesel fuel tanks corrodes and collects as sediment in the fuel system. the sediment, collects at the botton of the fuel tank and is sucked into the fuel system. the fuel lines become fouled, the fuel pumps become clogged and require replacement. as the coating continues to deteriorate, the only recourse it to change the fuel tank, the sensors, and entire fuel delivery system. we have had 3 ford vehicles f series experience this problem. in this instance, the truck was returned to the dealer for repair. after spending $1912.11 in remedies, the final recourse was to have our own mechanics replace the fuel sytem from the tank itselt upto and including the fuel pump. this was an additional expense of approximately $1000. we are reporting this as it seems to be a defect in all the ford diesel fuel systems. as the fuel systems become clogged, the vehicles lose power without warning and create a safety issue and driving hazard not only to the vehicle operator but other motorists. upon complaints to the dealer, and to ford, the dealer referred us to the odi website to final a safety complaint as this has occurred over and over.
11/10/2009540001
 2006 ford f-450. the lining on the inside of the fuel tank is disintegrating, plugging the filters and causing fuel related problems. the truck only has 54,000 miles on it. the dealership is wanting to charge me $2100 for a new fuel tank. i told them this is a manufacturing defect and ford should stand behind it. they said it was caused by fuel. i cannot afford to have the vehicle repaired. *tr
05/11/2009550001
 Ford diesel fuel tank delamination. sudden loss of power on the freeway, due to delamination particles clogging the injectors. *tr
05/07/200945000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford f450. while replacing the fuel filter, the mechanic found chips of paint from the lining of the fuel tank. the contact was informed that this failure could possibly clog up the fuel injectors and cause the entire fuel line to fail. the vehicle is currently being repaired at the cost of $400. the contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. the failure and current mileages were 45,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
11/09/2009
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford f450. the contact stated that the material in the fuel tank has detached from the inner structure of the tank. the material was in the fuel injector and caused the vehicle to stall and shut off intermittently while driving 65 mph. the contact has taken the vehicle to the dealer to replace the fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel sender, fuel filters, and the fuel injectors. the repairs have remedied the failure. the contact stated that the vehicle could have caused a crash while stalling on the highway. the failure mileage was unknown.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
03/03/2010135000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford 450. he stated that the fuel tank had delaminated, causing shards of the tank to break off into the fuel line. the vehicle was diagnosed by a local dealer who confirmed repairs would need to be made to the fuel tank, at the owner