Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ford F-650 or the Ford F-650?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the Ford F-650 is cheaper to maintain — about $599 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 6.7L I6 Cummins ISB and the 6.7L V8 Power Stroke?

Across 23 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the Ford F-650 or Ford F-650?

The Ford F-650 has 4 open NHTSA recalls. The Ford F-650 has 3 open recalls. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

2008–2015 Ford F-650 vs 2021–2024 Ford F-650

Specifications

Year

2008–2015

2021–2024

Engine

6.7L I6 Cummins ISB

6.7L V8 Power Stroke

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

—

Fuel

diesel

Cost of Ownership

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$11,098

0.18 $/mi

5-Year Maintenance

$11,697

0.19 $/mi

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ADVANTAGEFord F-650 — Saves you $599 over 5 years (5% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

Tire rotation

1.5 hrs$1,800 / 5yr

Oil & filter change

0.5 hrs$966 / 5yr

0.6 hrs$1,092 / 5yr

Front brake pads

1.4 hrs$580 / 5yr

1.7 hrs$670 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

1.4 hrs$560 / 5yr

1.7 hrs$650 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

1.6 hrs$510 / 5yr

Differential fluid

1.2 hrs$440 / 5yr

1.4 hrs$500 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

8.5 hrs$331 / 5yr

Wiper blades

0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr

Coolant flush

1.6 hrs$290 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

5.8 hrs$288 / 5yr

12V battery

0.5 hrs$275 / 5yr

0.6 hrs$290 / 5yr

Fuel filter

0.6 hrs$240 / 5yr

0.7 hrs$270 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

0.3 hrs$210 / 5yr

0.4 hrs$255 / 5yr

Power steering flush

1.3 hrs$215 / 5yr

Water pump

2.9 hrs$194 / 5yr

3.5 hrs$226 / 5yr

Engine air filter

0.3 hrs$150 / 5yr

0.4 hrs$180 / 5yr

Serpentine belt

0.7 hrs$140 / 5yr

0.8 hrs$155 / 5yr

Alternator

1.7 hrs$139 / 5yr

2.1 hrs$154 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

1.7 hrs$126 / 5yr

2.1 hrs$150 / 5yr

Oxygen sensor

1.0 hrs$135 / 5yr

Thermostat

1.7 hrs$103 / 5yr

PCV valve

0.5 hrs$95 / 5yr

0.6 hrs$110 / 5yr

Starter motor

1.7 hrs$91 / 5yr

2.1 hrs$103 / 5yr

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

4 open

★ WINNER

Open NHTSA Recalls

3 open

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ADVANTAGEFord F-650 — 1 fewer open recall from the NHTSA

Fluid Capacities

Ford F-650

brake1.50 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant34.00 qt · TMC RP 329 or ASTM D6210

engine_oil28.00 qt · Cummins CES 20081

power_steering3.50 qt · Mercon V

transmission_auto32.00 qt · Allison TES-295

washer4.00 qt · windshield washer fluid concentrate or pre-mix

Ford F-650

brake1.50 qt · WSS-M6C65-A2

coolant31.00 qt · WSS-M97B44-D

engine_oil13.00 qt · WSS-M2C171-F1

power_steering2.00 qt · MERCON V

rear_diff6.00 qt · SAE 75W-90

transmission_auto18.00 qt · Mercon ULV

washer1.50 qt · windshield washer fluid concentrate or premix

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

2008–2015 Ford F-650

6.7L I6 Cummins ISB

Ford F-650 is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$599 over 5 years)
Ford F-650 has 1 fewer open NHTSA recall

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

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