4 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Ford F-650 SD.
4
recalls
1
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.
2015 Ford F-650 SD recalls
Steering: linkages, tie rod assembly · Steering
NHTSA campaign 17V594000 · reported September 25, 2017 · Ford Motor Company · 77 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-650 and F-750 trucks, equipped with certain Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
The risk
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a loss of steering control at lower speeds and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 20, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S30.
Parking brake
NHTSA campaign 16V182000 · reported March 31, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · 4,654 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 F-650 and F-750 trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to November 30, 2015. The clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.
The risk
If the parking brake cable connector clip fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable connector clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S15.
Seat belts: front, anchorage
NHTSA campaign 15V533000 · reported August 20, 2015 · Ford Motor Company · 25,941 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 and 2015 Ford F-650, and F-750 trucks manufactured February 14, 2011, to April 28, 2015, and equipped with a 70% fixed bench passenger seat. The affected vehicles have passenger seat belt anchorage floor attachments that are not installed in the correct location. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
The risk
Seat belt anchors that are installed in an incorrect location may increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will correct the seat belt anchorage locations, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C09.
Fuel system, diesel
NHTSA campaign 14V524000 · reported September 2, 2014 · Ford Motor Company · 1,673 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-650 SD trucks manufactured May 12, 2014, to July 22, 2014 and Ford F-750 SD trucks manufactured May 12, 2014, to August 4, 2014. The Cummins ISB or ISL engines in these vehicles may have been equipped with Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filters, part number FF63009, whose filter shell may separate from the fuel filter nut plate causing the engine to stall without warning.
The risk
If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Cummins will notify the owners of the affected Ford vehicles, and Cummins service centers will replace the fuel filter with a non-defective one, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14V01. Owners may also contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-223-4583.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Service brakes1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Dec 14, 2015 · Service brakes · 1,500 miles
I BOUGHT THIS BRAND NEW TOW TRUCK IN JULY 2015, EQUIPPED WITH AN ENGINE BRAKE. AFTER USING IT ON MOUNTAINS WITH HIGH % DOWNGRADES, REALIZED THE ENGINE BRAKE WAS NOT WORKING. I HAVE BEEN COMPLAINING FOR MONTHS, AND THE TOW TRUCK COMPANY HAS BEEN TRYING TO SELL ME THE SISTER TRUCK WITH THAT ENGINE BRAKE NOT WORKING…
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Ford F-650 SD, the most recent reported on September 25, 2017 (Steering: linkages, tie rod assembly, Steering). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford F-650 SD?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (1 complaints).
How many 2015 Ford F-650 SD complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 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 14, 2015.