Model year guide

2011 Ford F-550

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Ford F-550 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2011 Ford F-550 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2011 Ford F-550 at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints12
Typical price$29,545

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2011 Ford F-550 recalls 5

Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:mounting NHTSA Campaign #14V040000 · 06/02/2014

Almared, Inc., dba A-1 Alternative Fuel Systems, is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-550 transit buses manufactured May 2011 through April 2013, altered to operate on compressed natural gas (CNG). In the affected vehicles, the brackets securing the passenger side CNG fuel tank may break.

Fix: Almared, Inc. has notified owners and all affected vehicles have been remedied, free of charge. Owners may contact Almared at 1-559-485-4427.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #15V052000 · 30/01/2015

All Wheel Drive Equipment Mfg., Inc. (All Wheel) is recalling one model year 2011 Ford F-550 truck with a 6.8L gasoline engine manufactured May 14, 2010, to May 28, 2010. The affected vehicle is equipped with a PTO Assembly Pressure Switch, part number FR67, used with power take off (PTO) assemblies for Ford F-550 chassis. The PTO switch may leak oil onto the thermal blanket.

Fix: All Wheel has notified the owner and will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. Owners may contact All Wheel customer service at 1-800-311-4778.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline NHTSA Campaign #14V411000 · 08/07/2014

J.C. Madigan, Inc. (J.C. Madigan) is recalling one model year 2011 Ford F-550, and one model year 2013 Ford F-450 chassis with a 6.8L gasoline engine dump trucks equipped with certain PTO Assembly Pressure Switches, part number 30T37594, manufactured June 2009 through June 2013, used in power take off (PTO) assemblies. The switch may begin leaking oil.

Fix: J.C. Madigan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact J.C. Madigan customer service at 1-978-847-2900.

Engine NHTSA Campaign #13V535000 · 30/10/2013

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 F-350/450/550 Ambulance Package vehicles manufactured February 22, 2010, through October 19, 2012 and equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine. Due to an exhaust sensor problem, the vehicles may experience loss of power followed by an engine stall.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the exhaust gas temperature sensor, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S10.

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #14V498000 · 13/08/2014

PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

Fix: PJ's has notified owners and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2011 Ford F-550 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Diesel
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

What's a 2011 Ford F-550 worth?

Low
$21,990
Typical price
$29,545
High
$35,900

From 5 comparable 2011 Ford F-550 listings.

2011 Ford F-550 trims & engines on record

Engines
6.7L 8-cyl 390 hp · 6.8L 10-cyl 362 hp

2011 Ford F-550 vehicles on record

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2011 Ford F-550 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Ford F-550 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2011 Ford F-550. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford F-550?

Across all 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel/propulsion system, fuel system.

How much is a 2011 Ford F-550 worth?

Comparable 2011 Ford F-550 listings run roughly $21,990–$35,900, typically around $29,545 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.