2014 Ford F-550 SD
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2014
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2014: 9 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 13 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 9 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Engine
2 of 9 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owned a 2014 Ford f-550 crane vehicle. While the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, it caught fire overnight under the hood. The fire department arrived and extinguished the fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-03
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Ford f-550. While the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, it caught fire overnight under the hood. It was unknown if the fire department was notified. The manufacturer and dealer were not contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-03
Structure
2 of 9 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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All super duty cab and chassis and vans also since 2011 though 2015 have had the seat moved to the center by 1 1/2 " To allow for the air bag to have room to expand, between seat and door.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-12
Also filed under Steering
Wheels
1 of 9 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Starting out from a campground there was a loud squeeling from the left front wheel. I stopped to see what was wrong but old saw no problem. There was no cell coverage to call for help so I continued on to stewat, bc, canada.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-03
Steering
1 of 9 total reports mentions: steering.
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2014-06-20Equipment14V336000 Dual-Tech, Inc. (Dual-Tech) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-550 Super Duty trucks modified by Dual-Tech, equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies.
Remedy: Dual-Tech 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 June 20, 2014. Owners may contact Dual-Tech customer service at 1-800-852-0345.
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2014-07-28Equipment14V328000 Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
Remedy: Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. 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 on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
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2014-08-01Equipment14V307000 Tactical Vehicle Outfitters (Tactical) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ford F-350 and F-550 vehicles modified by Tactical and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies.
Remedy: Tactical will notify owners, and dealers will install a new PTO pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Tactical customer service at 1-405-603-6700.
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2014-11-12Equipment14V327000 Stahl is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles modified by Stahl and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies.
Remedy: Stahl will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. Owners may contact Stahl customer service at 1-800-277-8245, or Muncie at 1-800-367-7867.
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2015-01-13Recall queryClosed 2016-03-15 Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown
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2015-02-02Suspension15V024000 Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Life Line-modified Ford F-Series emergency vehicles that are equipped with Liquid Spring-brand aftermarket suspension kits.
Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began on February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317.
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2015-04-22Power train15V175000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.
Buy-smart checklist
2014 Ford F-550 SD — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V336000 · Equipment
- Recall 14V328000 · Equipment
- Recall 14V307000 · Equipment
- Recall 14V327000 · Equipment
- Recall 15V024000 · Suspension
- Recall 15V175000 · Power train
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- Is the 2014 Ford F-550 SD reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford F-550 SD?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Ford F-550 SD have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.