Question 1

Is the Ford F-550 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Ford F-550 has 121 total NHTSA complaints across 8 model years. The most reliable years are 2013 (6 complaints), 2018 (9 complaints), 2017 (14 complaints). Years to avoid: 2020 (23 complaints), 2012 (20 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Ford F-550 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2020, 2012 Ford F-550. The 2020 model has the most complaints (23) with the top issue being FUEL SYSTEM.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Ford F-550?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Ford F-550 are 2013 (6 complaints), 2018 (9 complaints), 2017 (14 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2020	23	The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-550. The contact st...	Below Average
2019	18	The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-550. The contact st...	Average
2018	9	FRONT END VIOLENTLY SHAKES ON VEHICLE ABOVE 45MPH ...	Excellent Reliability
2017	14	The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-550. The contact st...	Above Average
2016	14	TRUCK WAS IN MOTION AND WAS IN SERIOUS IMPACT WITH...	Above Average
2013	6	Operator was driving the vehicle when they smelled...	Excellent Reliability
2012	20	TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD F-550. THE CONTACT...	Below Average
2011	17	FORD HAS A TSB ON A CYLINDER #5 GLOWPLUG FAILURE T...	Average

Ford F-550 — All Years

Ford F-550 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid