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2011 Ford F-550 Recalls

5 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Jan 30, 2015

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Ford F-550 average of 4.1 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Fuel System, Other › Storage › Tank Assembly › Mounting, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2011 Ford F-550 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 15V052000

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine

Manufacturer: All Wheel Drive Equipment Mfg., Inc.

Reported Jan 30, 2015

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 14V498000

Equipment

Manufacturer: PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co.

Reported Aug 13, 2014

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 14V411000

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline

Manufacturer: J.C. Madigan, Inc.

Reported Jul 8, 2014

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 14V040000

Fuel System, Other › Storage › Tank Assembly › Mounting

Manufacturer: Almared, Inc.

Reported Feb 6, 2014

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

If the brackets break, the CNG tank may separate from the vehicle frame increasing the risk of a crash or possible fire.

Manufacturer remedy

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

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 13V535000

Engine

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported Oct 30, 2013

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

An unexpected engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, if this were to occur when the ambulance is transporting a patient, there is an increased risk of injury to the patient.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Ford F-550 model years

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2011 Ford F-550 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Ford F-550 have?

This verified dataset contains 5 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2011 Ford F-550. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2011 Ford F-550?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology