2007 Ford F-650 Sd recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-18. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
1 safety recall, most serious first
1. Transmission / drivetrain
What's wrong, in plain English: The parts that send engine power to the wheels. Failure can mean a sudden loss of power or the car rolling away. ON CERTAIN TRUCKS BUILT WITH DANA REAR AXLES, THE REAR AXLE MAY HAVE A HOUSING THAT WAS BUILT USING STEEL THAT WAS THINNER THAN SPECIFIED.
What could happen: THROUGH NORMAL USE, THE AXLE HOUSING COULD FATIGUE AND DEVELOP A CRACK WHICH COULD RESULT IN A WHEEL END LOCK-UP OR SEPARATION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AXLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-248-0186.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 2007 F-650 SD.
- Book a repair at any authorized Ford dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 07V238000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Manufacturer hotline: 1-800-248-0186.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS BUILT WITH DANA REAR AXLES, THE REAR AXLE MAY HAVE A HOUSING THAT WAS BUILT USING STEEL THAT WAS THINNER THAN SPECIFIED.
Consequence: THROUGH NORMAL USE, THE AXLE HOUSING COULD FATIGUE AND DEVELOP A CRACK WHICH COULD RESULT IN A WHEEL END LOCK-UP OR SEPARATION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AXLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-248-0186.
Notes: FORD RECALL NO. 07S53. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Useful for owners
- OBD2 code reader — see what the car's computer is reporting
- Compact car fire extinguisher
- 2007 Ford F-650 Sd owner's manual
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Electrical system (2), Brakes (1), Transmission / drivetrain (1), Fuel system (1), Diesel (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (5)
07/18/2016 · Brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F-650 SD. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. IN ADDITION, THE ANTI-BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT SMOKE FUMES WERE SEEN COMING FROM ALL TIRES. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS…
03/26/2012 · Transmission / drivetrain
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F-650. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE AXLE SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 07V2…
09/08/2010 · Electrical system · fire
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F-650 SUPERDUTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN ELECTRICAL FIRE IGNITED IN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT. THE WIRING WITHIN THE ECM MELTED DOWN WHICH CAUSED THE FIRE. THE FIRE WAS PUT OUT WITH AN EXTINGUISHER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE DEALER CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO REFUSED TO ASSIST IN REPAIR COST…
04/07/2010 · Electrical system
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F650. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH DURING FAIR WEATHER CONDITIONS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO FUNCTION NORMALLY. THE CHECK TRAN LIGHT ALSO ILLUMINATED AT A LOWER SPEEDS OF 45-50 MPH AND THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEVERAL MECHANICS WHO CONFIRMED…
07/27/2009 · Fuel system
FUEL TANK DEFECT. 2007 FORD F650 XLT SUPER DUTY TRUCK. VIN # IT HAS COME TO OUR ATTENTION THAT NUMEROUS TRUCK OF THIS DESCRIPTION HAVE HAD REPLACEMENT OF FUEL TANKS THAT HAVE A DESIGN FLAW. WE, " AA SUSIE'S LIMOUSINE AND COACH AND CARRIAGE LIMOUSINE" OPERATE AS A LIVERY TRANSPORTATION PROVIDER IN JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA. WE TRANSPORT OUR CUSTOMERS LOCAL…