NHTSA lists 35 complaints for the 2006 Ford F-450 SD, 2 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 2 complaints mention an injury, with 4 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as FORD F-450 SD.
Model-generated complaint tags: This model year has not been tagged.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2011-07-13. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 THROUGH 2007 MODEL YEAR F-250, F-350, F-450, AND F-550 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREME (excerpt)
Consequence: NON-FUNCTIONING LIGHTS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. (excerpt)
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SWITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
99 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 44 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 15 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 6 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 4 |
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| SUSPENSION | 4 |
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| STEERING | 3 |
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| VISIBILITY | 3 |
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10243490
Date: 2023-09-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
When performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving MERCON SP, MERCON LV has replaced all versions of MERCON SP and can be used going forward. Mixing MERCON LV and MERCON SP in the same transmission is acceptable. After 30-Jun-2023, MERCON SP ATF will no longer be manufactured and wi
10186678
Date: 2021-01-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Some 2005-2021 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for sev
10178810
Date: 2020-07-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, TRAILER HITCHES.
These SKUs are Trailer Brake Control Modules. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to an internal software issue. The internal software issue leads to a false check trailer brake message and Trailer Brake Controller fault whenever the brake pedal is pressed. This wi
10170992
Date: 2020-01-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Some 2005-2020 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for sev
10171325
Date: 2020-01-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This SKU is a Spare Tire Hoist. Test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. We don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product fai
10171326
Date: 2020-01-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This SKU is a Spare Tire Hoist. Test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. We don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product fai
10165713
Date: 2019-09-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Some 2002-2008 F-Super Duty, F-150 and Mark LT vehicles may exhibit concern during or after programing the VSM. The programming may fail or vehicle symptoms such as inoperative door locks, dome lamps, door ajar indicators or auto lamps may occur after successful programing. To ensure the VSM is conf
10160885
Date: 2019-05-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Some 2005-2019 F-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for sev
10095225
Date: 2017-01-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
SOME 2005-2017 F-SUPER DUTY 4X4 VEHICLES OPERATED IN EXTREME DUST, MUD OR TAR SAND CONDITIONS MAY EXHIBIT ACCELERATED 4X4 VACUUM HUB SEAL AND OR WHEEL BEARING WEAR AS A RESULT OF HARSH OPERATING CONDITIONS. A KNUCKLE SEAL SHIELD KIT IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMER PURCHASE. THE KIT IS DESIGNED FOR SEV
10204983
Date: 2015-10-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY.
Exterior Mirror - Tubular stainless steel west cpast style mirror - Loose mounting bracket