2010 FORD F-550 SD Complaints and Recall Information
The 2010 FORD F-550 SD has 0 complaints and 9 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to modifications by third-party manufacturers involving power take-off (PTO) assemblies. These recalls address potential fire risks due to oil leaks coming into contact with exhaust system components.
There are 9 recalls affecting the 2010 FORD F-550 SD, primarily concerning equipment modifications related to PTO assemblies. The defects mainly involve oil leaks that may result in a fire hazard. The recalls focus on remedying the issue by installing replacement pressure switches or plugs to prevent oil leaks near hot exhaust parts.
Recalls- PTO pressure switch oil leaks. RECALL 14V327000 affects 10 vehicles modified by Stahl. Oil may leak onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust, increasing fire risk. The fix installs a new pressure switch kit to move it away from the exhaust. No "Do Not Drive" advisory. Dealers handle repairs free of charge.
- PTO oil leaks from Dual-Tech. RECALL 14V336000 impacts 42 vehicles modified by Dual-Tech. Oil leak onto thermal blanket poses fire risk. The remedy installs a new pressure switch kit away from the exhaust. No driving restrictions. Owners receive dealer repairs at no cost.
- PTO oil leakage by Palfleet. RECALL 14V360000 covers 10 vehicles modified by Palfleet. Leaking oil on exhaust insulation may cause fire hazard. Fix replaces pressure switch with safer installation. Repairs are free with no parking or driving limitations.
- PTO pressure switch defect on Utility Truck vehicles. RECALL 14V379000 affects 16 trucks modified by Utility Truck, including model years 2010-2013. Oil leak risk creates potential fire hazard on thermal blanket covering exhaust. Owners have services performed free of charge. No instructions to avoid driving.
- PTO assembly issues on Somerset Welding trucks. RECALL 14V382000 includes 4 vehicles modified by Somerset Welding (J&J Truck Equipment). Pressure switch leaks oil near exhaust insulation, raising fire risk. Dealers provide a new switch kit or plug installation without charges. No driving prohibition.
- PTO switch oil leaks in Tactical-modified trucks. RECALL 14V307000 applies to 19 vehicles modified by Tactical Vehicle Outfitters. Defect involves oil leaking onto exhaust thermal blankets increasing fire risk. Repairs include new pressure switch installation at no cost. No restrictions advised by recall.
- PTO pressure switch inspection by Iowa Mold Tooling. RECALL 14V328000 covers 21 vehicles modified by Iowa Mold Tooling. Inspection determines defective switches with oil leaks on exhaust insulation. Remedy involves removing switch and plugging the port or installing new kit free of charge. No parking or driving limitations.
Owners with repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or safety-related defects may have rights under their state lemon law. Consulting a consumer protection attorney could help in understanding available remedies based on ongoing problems with vehicle modifications.
2010 FORD F-550 SD Summary
2010
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
7
Total Recalls
122
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2010 FORD F-550 SD
21 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. will notify owners and dealers to inspect the Muncie PTO pressure switch to determine if it is from the range of defective switches and if required, remove the pressure switch assembly and put a plug in the port where the PTO switch had been installed. This switch was never being utilized. This will be done free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-July 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. at 1-800-247-5958.
Risk: 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.
2010 FORD F-550 SD
19 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
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. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk: 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.
2010 FORD F-550 SD
4 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Somerset Welding & Steel, doing business as J&J Truck equipment (J&J), is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis with 6.8L gasoline engines modified by J&J to be 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.
Risk: 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.
2010 FORD F-550 SD
16 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Utility Truck Equipment Company, LLC (Utility Truck) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 UTLI41A, 2011 UTLN41, and 2012 UTLN46 aerial trucks manufactured December 2010 to September 2013 equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies installed on 2010-2013 Ford F-350, F-450 and F-550 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk: 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.
2010 FORD F-550 SD
10 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Palfleet Truck Equipment Company, LLC (Palfleet) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 super duty vehicles modified by Palfleet 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.
Risk: 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.
2010 FORD F-550 SD
42 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
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. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk: 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.
2010 FORD F-550 SD
10 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
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. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Risk: 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.
Complaints
No complaints found.