2000 Ford F-550 SD
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 61 |
| 2000 | 72 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 49 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 44 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
25% of complaints: tires — 18 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: tires — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
GENERAL TIRES WERE NOT ALL TERRAIN WHICH WAS SUPPOSED TO BE THE TIRE EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLE. MR THE TIRES INABILITY TO HOLD THE ROAD CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL AND HIT A POLE. MODEL/LT SCC *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030411
THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED WITH ALL TERRAIN TIRES. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN TWO TIRE RELATED ACCIDENTS WITHIN A 2 YEAR PERIOD. THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE TIRES INSTALLED ARE NOT ALL TERRAIN TIRES. PH *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030327
TIRE TRACTION GENERAL 225/70R 19.5 TIRES LOOSE TRACTION WITH THE GROUND, MAINLY ON SNOW---IS UNSAFE IN WINTER COND. & HEAVY RAIN
NHTSA ODI report, 20021015
6% of complaints: wheels — 4 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: tires — 3 distinct reports on file.
INJURY4% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
SECTOR SHAFT FRACTURES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH COMMERCIAL TRUCK TIRES THAT HAVE STEEL CORDS IN THE TIRE SIDEWALL. THE VALVE STEMS MAY HAVE BEEN TORN OR DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY AND COULD LEAK CAUSING SID
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VALVE STEMS FOR LEAKAGE, AND WILL REPLACE BOTH THE VALVE STEM AND THE TIRE IF LEAKAGE IS PRESENT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO
Campaign 01V046000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON THE WIPER MOTOR. MOTORS BUILT WITH THE SUSPECT TIME FRAME WILL HAVE THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COVER REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 20, 2001. OWNERS
Campaign 01V258000 — check if this car was fixed
RAPID TIRE DEFLATION
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
ENGINE STALLING
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05
Campaign 06V286000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 07V553000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND
Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.
Campaign 07E106000 — check if this car was fixed
FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002
Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS THAT DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS IN LINE WITH THE SCDS. ON 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES WITH A LEAKING SCDS, DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE CO
Campaign 09V399000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Ford F-550 SD — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01V046000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V258000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V286000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V553000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E106000 (wheels) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V399000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Ford F-550 SD reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Ford F-550 SD is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Ford F-550 SD?
The most-reported component is tires:valve, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Ford F-550 SD have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.