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2018 FORD F-550 Safety Overview

The 2018 FORD F-550 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 9 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Equipment
  • Exterior lighting:brake lights

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD F-550 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2018 FORD F-550 19V414000

Farber Specialty Vehicles (Farber) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-550 vehicles equipped with AS...

The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V414000: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/5/2019
2018 FORD F-550 19V398000

LGE Coachworks, Inc.

The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V398000: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/29/2019
2018 FORD F-550 19V401000

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and...

The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V401000: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/29/2019
2018 FORD F-550 19V358000

Unruh Fire, Inc.

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V358000: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/13/2019
2018 FORD F-550 19V342000

Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, and GMC G3...

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V342000: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/3/2019
2018 FORD F-550 19V269000

Weis Fire & Safety is recalling one 2018 Emergency vehicle built on a Ford F-550 4x4 Crew Cab cha...

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V269000: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/3/2019
2018 FORD F-550 19V251000

Fire Equipment Sales & Service (FES) is recalling one Super C Brush emergency vehicle and one Tan...

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V251000: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/28/2019
2018 FORD F-550 19V254000

Blanchat Mfg., Inc.

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V254000: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/28/2019
2018 FORD F-550 19V236000

Excellance, Inc.

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V236000: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/26/2019

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.