2000 Ford F-550 SD Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 7%of 72 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2000 Ford F-550 SD, 7% of the 72 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The Ford f-550 with the 7.3l powerstroke engine and automatic transmission has a flaw in its design. The flexplate (flywheel) on ours cracked all the way around the bolts holes in august of 2009. The exact same thing happened in september of this year (2010). We could figure out what it was at first. It simply got louder and louder. Had we gone much longer without figuring it out, the vehicle could have lost the ability to propel itself while driving down the road. The flywheel has to be replaced, which costs $599.00 with parts and labor.”
NHTSA complaint #10355525, filed 2010-09“Bolts that attach the yoke to the transmission came loose, causing the driveshaft to drop. Driveshaft dug into the pavement, causing driver to lose control of the vehicle. Truck was towed to the dealership. Truck, which is owned by smoth towing is being is being repaired. Truck is owned by . Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #857057, filed 2000-02“Consumer uses vehicle for hauling purposes. Pilot bearing goes out which disengages the clutch. This causes gears not to shift. Vehicle is only operating in neutral, and relying on the brakes. Problem occurs every 1600-1700 miles. Dealer is aware. Please provide more information.”
NHTSA complaint #8010954, filed 2002-06“While driving in reverse to dump a load of material a fire erupted in engine compartment. Dealership is in possession of truck ,and has not released it to the owner. Cause of the fire was transmission vent hose being pinched, which caused an increase in pressure behind the dip-stick. Dip-stick was forced out of place due to pressure.this allowed transmission fluid to be sprayed into hot engine compartment. Please provide any additional information / documentation.”
NHTSA complaint #8003349, filed 2002-01Related service bulletins
- 10023653Nov 1, 20071999-2008 f250-f550 super duty 4x4 with electronic shift transfer case not engaging 4x4.
- 10013402Oct 7, 2005Drive away shudder or vibration.
- 10013316Jan 1, 2005A cold weather reverse engagement stall.
- 10014086Dec 13, 2004General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
- 10013110Jan 1, 2004Front hubs not engaging, not staying engaged and/or unlocking.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 8% |
| 2015 | 1 | 9% |
| 2014 | 1 | 11% |
| 2008 | 5 | 19% |
| 2007 | 1 | 4% |
| 2005 | 2 | 6% |
| 2004 | 6 | 12% |
| 2003 | 2 | 6% |
| 2002 | 1 | 5% |
| 2001 | 4 | 14% |
| 2000 | 5 | 7% |
| 1999 | 23 | 38% |
Other parts of the 2000 Ford F-550 SD
32 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Ford F-550 SD
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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