# Service bulletins for the 2005 Ford F\-550

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

121 bulletins from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

- [SSM 51909](/bulletins/10243490.md), 2023-10-04, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. When performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving MERCON SP, MERCON LV has replaced all versions of MERCON SP and can be used going forward. Mixing MERCON LV and MERCON SP in the same transmission is acceptable. After 30\-Jun\-2023, MERCON SP ATF will no longer be manufactured and will only be available until inventory depletes.
- [SSM 49495](/bulletins/10186678.md), 2021-02-04, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT. Some 2005\-2021 F\-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z\-54024A38\-A includes an installation instruction sheet
- [DOR\-Z2E6B\-08](/bulletins/10178810.md), 2020-08-24, Service bulletin: TRAILER HITCHES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL. These SKUs are Trailer Brake Control Modules. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to an internal software issue. The internal software issue leads to a false check trailer brake message and Trailer Brake Controller fault whenever the brake pedal is pressed. This will cause the part to be replaced, due to repetitive dashboard warning light, even though it sends signals to the trailer brakes properly.
- [DOR\-U2J7Y\-02](/bulletins/10171326.md), 2020-02-10, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT. This SKU is a Spare Tire Hoist. Test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. We don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product failure.
- [DOR\-C2C6H\-02](/bulletins/10171325.md), 2020-02-10, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT. This SKU is a Spare Tire Hoist. Test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. We don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product failure.
- [SSM 48494](/bulletins/10170992.md), 2020-02-04, Service bulletin: SUSPENSION. Some 2005\-2020 F\-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z\-54024A38\-A includes an installation instruction sheet
- [SSM 48157](/bulletins/10165713.md), 2019-10-04, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2002\-2008 F\-Super Duty, F\-150 and Mark LT vehicles may exhibit concern during or after programing the VSM. The programming may fail or vehicle symptoms such as inoperative door locks, dome lamps, door ajar indicators or auto lamps may occur after successful programing. To ensure the VSM is configured correctly, use the Integrated Diagnostic System \(IDS\) scan tool and select the blue ball and socket icon in the upper left corner. Select the utility knife in the bottom left corner. Select Update/Special Function and enter 53061 in the blue box then press the tick mark. The screen will go back to the system utilities page. Navigate to the toolbox tab and run the Programmable Module Installation \(PMI\) on the VSM. The procedure will prompt you to manually enter the as\-built into the VSM. Obtain the as\-built data from PTS \> OASIS \> As\-Built.
- [SSM 47979](/bulletins/10160885.md), 2019-06-06, Service bulletin: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING; SUSPENSION. Some 2005\-2019 F\-Super Duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. A knuckle seal shield kit is now available for customer purchase. The kit is designed for severe duty and is non warrantable. The knuckle seal shield kit GC3Z\-54024A38\-A includes an installation instruction sheet
- [SSM 46345](/bulletins/10095225.md), 2017-03-15, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT. SOME 2005\-2017 F\-SUPER DUTY 4X4 VEHICLES OPERATED IN EXTREME DUST, MUD OR TAR SAND CONDITIONS MAY EXHIBIT ACCELERATED 4X4 VACUUM HUB SEAL AND OR WHEEL BEARING WEAR AS A RESULT OF HARSH OPERATING CONDITIONS. A KNUCKLE SEAL SHIELD KIT IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMER PURCHASE. THE KIT IS DESIGNED FOR SEVERE DUTY AND IS NON WARRANTABLE. THE KNUCKLE SEAL SHIELD KIT GC3Z\-54024A38\-A INCLUDES AN INSTRUCTION SHEET.
- [ASI\-44534](/bulletins/10056196.md), 2014-10-01, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. FORD: WHEN SHIFTING BETWEEN PARK, REVERSE AND/OR DURING 2\-3 SHIFT, AN INTERMITTENT CLUNK OCCURS WITH A TORQSHIFT TRANSMISSION. MODEL 2003\-2014 F\-SUPER DUTY, E SERIES, EXCURSION, F\-53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS, LOW CAB FORWARD. \*PE
- [ASI\-44404](/bulletins/10055629.md), 2014-06-24, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER. FORD: ON SOME TRUCKS, THERE IS A NO CRANK SITUATION AND IF VOLTAGE ON TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR AT PIN 21, IS LESS THAN 5 VOLTS, DISCONNECT THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CLUTCH, ELECTRONICALLY, AND RECHECK VOLTAGE. MODEL 2003\-2007 F SUPER DUTY, 2004\-2010 E SERIES, 2003\-2005 EXCURSION.
- [TSB\-08\-9\-9](/bulletins/10026387.md), 2008-10-24, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL. FORD: 6.0L DIESEL HARD START/LONG CRANK/NO START DU TO LOW INJECTOR CONTROL PRESSURE \(ICP\). IPE
- [20232](/bulletins/10024867.md), 2008-06-03, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION. 2005\-08 F250\-550 SUPER DUTY MANUAL TRANSMISSION \- CLUTCH PEDAL CONCERN. \*NJ
- [08\-2\-11](/bulletins/10024325.md), 2008-04-04, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER. 6.0L TURBOCHARGER CARBON DEPOSIT DIAGNOSTICS AND SERVICE TIPS. \*NJ UPDATED 5/29/08. \*NJ
- [07M08](/bulletins/10024141.md), 2008-03-13, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS. FORD LINCOLN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 07M08: CERTAIN 2005 MODEL YEAR F\-150, F\-SUPER DUTY, EXPEDITION, AND NAVIGATOR VEHICLES WITH 5.4L 3V ENGINES\-EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE ON FUEL INJECTORS. CSC WAS RECEIVED. \*NJ UPDATED 5/20/09. \*PE
- [07219](/bulletins/10023855.md), 2008-02-07, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE \(EGR VALVE\). 6.0L\-\-MIL ON\-\-P0401, P0402, P0404, P1335\-\-LACK OF POWER OR SURGE WITH SOME 2003\-2007 F\-SUPER DUTY, 2003\-2005 EXCURSION AND 2004\-2008 E\-SERIES VEHICLES. \*NJ
- [20052](/bulletins/10023653.md), 2008-01-23, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE \(4\-WHEEL DRIVE\). 1999\-2008 F250\-F550 SUPER DUTY 4X4 WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT TRANSFER CASE NOT ENGAGING 4X4. \*NJ
- [19989](/bulletins/10023435.md), 2007-12-11, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION. 2005\-2008 F\-SUPER DUTY MANUAL TRANSMISSION\- CLUTCH PEDAL CONCERN. \*NJ
- [07112](/bulletins/10022673.md), 2007-09-19, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. STUCK OR JUMPING/BOUNCING/ERRATIC SPEEDOMETER AND/OR TACHOMETER. \*NJ
- [062401](/bulletins/10022293.md), 2007-07-25, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. 6.0L DIESEL ENGINE \- OIL LEAK OR BOOST PRESSURE LEAK AT HOT SIDE CHARGE AIR COOLER DUCT. \*KB
- [0772](/bulletins/10022283.md), 2007-07-25, Service bulletin: SUSPENSION:REAR. REAR OF VEHICLE IS TOO HIGH/LOW \-5TH WHEEL AND GOOSE NECK APPLICATIONS. \*KB
- [0769](/bulletins/10022280.md), 2007-07-25, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE \(TCM/PCM/TECM\). BUCK/JERK WHEN PULLING LARGE HEAVY GOOSENECK TRAILERS. DIESEL ENGINES. REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE \(PCM\) WITH THE LATEST CALIBRATION MIGHT SOLVE THE ISSUE. \*KB
- [19728](/bulletins/10022243.md), 2007-07-23, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL. LACK OF POWER DUE TO LOW FUEL PRESSURE \- FUEL TANK LINER SEPERATION. \*KB
- [19537](/bulletins/10022236.md), 2007-07-23, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL. MISFIRE AND DTC P0300. \*KB
- [19529](/bulletins/10022233.md), 2007-07-23, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL. MISFIRE AND DTC P0300. \*KB

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