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Buying a used 2020 Ford F-550? Check these 2 recalls first
The recall picture narrows to two Ford items this year: seat backs that may be dangerously weak, and a rear axle that may fail on E-350, E-450 and F-550 models. No upfitter brake-light or camera recalls appear. What stands out instead is the unverified complaint record: 17 reports led by fuel system and diesel entries at six each, plus engine and power train, with one fire and no crashes or injuries.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify the rear axle recall repair against the VIN.
- Confirm seat back recall completion and check the front seat backs for play.
- Ask for diesel fuel system service records, the heaviest complaint area.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Ford dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2020 Ford F-550
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Ford and Lincoln seat backs may be dangerously weak | Seats | high |
| Ford E-350, E-450 and F-550 rear axle may fail | Power Train | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
17 complaints filed for this model year, including 0 mentioning a crash, 1 a fire and 0 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 8 | None found |
| Engine | 3 | None found |
| Power Train | 3 | Yes |
| Suspension | 3 | None found |
| Structure | 2 | None found |
| Electrical System | 1 | None found |