- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Ford F-550 SD Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2007 Ford F-550 SD have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in July 2011 for the tail lights.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical F-550 SD year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2007 Ford F-550 SD recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.
- The fix
- All of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.
What owners say
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No complaints about the 2007 Ford F-550 SD yet
Ford F-550 SD: every year compared
All F-550 SD years2007 Ford F-550 SD vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Ford F-550 SD | 0 | 2 | A | |
| 2007 Ford Edge | 989 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Ford Escape | 393 | 4 | B | Compare |
| 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | 50 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Ford 500 | 37 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2007 Ford E-350 15 Passenger | 18 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 12 | 18 | F | Compare |
| 2007 Ford E-450 | 12 | 11 | F | Compare |
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 6 | 26 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2007 Ford F-550 SD
Does the 2007 Ford F-550 SD have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Ford F-550 SD: tail lights (July 2011); electrical (August 2007). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2007 Ford F-550 SD had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2007 Ford F-550 SD a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 82 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Ford F-550 SD year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2007 Ford F-550 SD has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data