Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f550 sd. The contact stated that he heard a hissing noise coming from under the hood. The contact lifted the hood and noticed that the head gasket was blown. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the head gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was no…
2007 Ford F-550 engine problems
severe 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100 · see engine across all vehicles →
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
1fire
When does it fail?
Of the 6 engine complaints filed for the 2007 Ford F-550, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 13 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f-550 sd. The contact stated the vehicle was leaking compression from the cylinders into the coolant system. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a malfunctioned head gasket. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 38,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f-550 sd . The contact stated that he was sitting at a stop light when the engine began to shake violently. The contact stated that he depressed the accelerator pedal and there was a loud bang. The vehicle stalled and oil spilled onto the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f550 sd. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning as steam emerged from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the oil cooler needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Ford f-550. The contact stated that while the transmission was in the park position and with the engine idling suddenly flames were present coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. During the incident the vehicle was destroyed. A report was taken by the sheriff's deputy. The owner, a fire…
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2007 Ford F-550?
It's a meaningful issue. 6 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 84,837 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Ford/F-550.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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