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2006 Ford F-550 Sd problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 55 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 11.0 times the median F-550 Sd year — the 2006 model ranks #4 of 34 F-550 Sd years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include one death, per the complaint records themselves.

The trouble concentrates in one system: fuel system issues account for 76% of all reports (42 of 55), far ahead of engine at 8.

55

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

1

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other F-550 Sd years?

F-550 Sd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted92 complaints1993: 0 complaints1994: 0 complaints1995: 0 complaints1996: 0 complaints1997: 2 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 92 complaints2000: 85 complaints2001: 35 complaints2002: 31 complaints2003: 40 complaints2004: 67 complaints2005: 41 complaints2006: 55 complaints2007: 25 complaints2008: 31 complaints2009: 1 complaints2010: 2 complaints2011: 4 complaints2012: 8 complaints2013: 3 complaints2014: 10 complaints2015: 18 complaints2016: 4 complaints2017: 5 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 4 complaints2020: 7 complaints2021: 15 complaints2022: 15 complaints2023: 1 complaints2024: 5 complaints2025: 3 complaints2026: 3 complaints
F-550 Sd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2006 Ford F-550 Sd problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System4276%
Engine815%
Electrical System12%
Brakes12%
Other12%
Body & Structure12%
Visibility & Wipers12%

Does the 2006 Ford F-550 Sd have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

11V352000LightingJuly 13, 2011 · 26,715 units

Defect

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

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.

07E066000Electrical SystemAugust 28, 2007 · 175 units

Defect

CERTAIN 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

IF THE TRAILER LIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY, A VEHICLE CRASH CAN OCCUR.

Remedy

ALL OF THE DEFECTIVE TOW PACKAGES ARE STILL AT THE DISTRIBUTOR LEVEL AND HAVE NOT BEEN SOLD TO ANY CONSUMERS.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD F-550. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL INJECTORS MALFUNCTIONED. THE CORROSION CLOGGED THE FUEL INJECTORS AND CAUSED A LACK OF POWER WHILE DRIVING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE FUEL INJECTORS REPLACED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 19, 2011

“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP SIGN, THE VEHICLE HESITATED FOR 3-4 SECONDS THEN TOOK OFF. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE TURBO, BUT THE PROBLEM PERSISTED. UPDATED 10/25/2006 - THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE HAD NO POWER UNTIL THE TURBO BOOST CAME ON. THE 3 TO 4 SECOND DELAY HAS ALMOST…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 31, 2006

“MY TRUCK WAS PARKED FOR AN HOUR AND A HALF IN 55 DEGREE RAINING WEATHER. I WAS UNLOADING MY SHOW HORSES AND HAD MY THREE DOGS IN THE CAB OF THE TRUCK. SUDDENLY SOMEONE ALERTED ME THAT THE CAB WAS FILLED WITH SMOKE. WE WERE ABLE TO GET THE THREE DOGS OUT. THEY HAD TO BE TREATED FOR SMOKE INHALATION…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 6, 2013 · fire

“BRAKES ON THE TRAILER THAT I PULL DID NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE BRAKES ON TOWED VEHICLE DID NOT WORK PROPERLY. IT WAS A SHORT IN THE WIRING THAT FORD INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE WHEN BUILT WHICH INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE VERY MUCH. THE SHORT WAS FIXED FOR A COST OF $582.62 AT GAUDIN FORD. I FEEL THAT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 31, 2006

“The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-550 Stripped Chassis. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the windshield wiper became inoperable. The contact stated there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · June 3, 2022

2006 Ford F-550 Sd — common questions

Is the 2006 Ford F-550 Sd reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 55 complaints put the 2006 model at #4 of 34 F-550 Sd years. It is one of the F-550 Sd years to avoid.

What are the most common 2006 F-550 Sd problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (42 complaints), engine (8 complaints), other (1 complaints).

Does the 2006 Ford F-550 Sd have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2006 Ford F-550 Sd. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Ford F-550 Sd years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the F-550 Sd years to avoid are 1999, 2000, 2004, 2006, 2005, 2003, 2001, 2002, 2008, 2015, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2019, 2016, 2018. The cleanest record among F-550 Sd years belongs to 1998.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.