Does the 2011 Ford F-450 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Ford F-450, the most recent reported on August 13, 2014 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford F-450?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (3 complaints), followed by steering (2).

How many 2011 Ford F-450 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 9 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2011 Ford F-450 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Ford F-450.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2011 Ford F-450 recalls

Equipment

NHTSA campaign 14V498000 · reported August 13, 2014 · PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co. · 3 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
The risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
The fix: PJ's has notified owners and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.

Engine

NHTSA campaign 13V535000 · reported October 30, 2013 · Ford Motor Company · 2,951 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 F-350/450/550 Ambulance Package vehicles manufactured February 22, 2010, through October 19, 2012 and equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine. Due to an exhaust sensor problem, the vehicles may experience loss of power followed by an engine stall.
The risk: An unexpected engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, if this were to occur when the ambulance is transporting a patient, there is an increased risk of injury to the patient.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the exhaust gas temperature sensor, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S10.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine3
Steering2
Electrical system1
Engine and engine cooling1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Power train1
Unknown or other1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Dec 28, 2022 · Steering · 54,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-450. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the steering wheel started to shake abnormally. The contact stated that on numerous occasions while accelerating at high speeds, or while driving in inclement weather, the steering wheel started to…

Feb 6, 2019 · Steering · 134,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-450. WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE DEATH WOBBLE AND THE STEERING BECAME UNCONTROLLABLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED THE STEERING PARTS REPLACED. THE VEHICLE…

Mar 26, 2018 · Engine · 55,000 miles
BLOWN MOTOR. BAD LIFTERS AND VALVES. EXHAUST TEMPERATURE SENSOR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. NO WARRANTY, I HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE ENGINE AT MY COST OF $15,000

Oct 9, 2017 · Wheels · 479,996 miles · fire reported
THIS VEHICLE IS SHUTTLE BUS, TRANSPORT PASSENGERS FROM CHICAGO O'HARE AIRPORT TO FOUR POINTS HOTELS AND BACK 24/7. THIS VEHICLE IS OWNED BY FOUR POINTS HOTEL AT SCHILLER PARK, IL AND I WORK AS DRIVER. ON NOVEMBER 20 2016 JUST AFTER 9 PM I WAS DRIVING THE BUS SOUTH BOUND ON MANNHEIM RD AND WHEN BREAKING TO STOP AT THE…

Jun 16, 2017 · Electrical system · 87,000 miles
I HAVE RUNNING LIGHTS BUT NO TURN SIGNALS, BRAKE, OR FOUR WAY/EMERGENCY LIGHTS ON MY FIFTH WHEEL WHEN TOWING. THIS IS AT ANY TIME HOOKED UP TO THE TRUCK. OTHERWISE ON THE TRUCK ITSELF ALL LIGHTS WORK PROPERLY.

F-450 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2008	1	0	0	0
2009	1	0	0	0
2010	1	0	0	0
2011	2	9	0	2
2012	4	14	0	0
2013	1	6	0	0
2014	0	3	1	1

Across all years, the 2020 F-450 has the most complaints (24). All Ford F-450 years →

Questions

Does the 2011 Ford F-450 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Ford F-450, the most recent reported on August 13, 2014 (Equipment). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford F-450?: Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (3 complaints), followed by steering (2).
How many 2011 Ford F-450 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 9 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received December 28, 2022.