Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11726027March 21, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I am writing to formally document a recurring and dangerous safety defect involving the B&O audio system. On multiple occasions, the vehicle has emitted an ear-shattering popping noise followed by high-decibel electrical static. This issue is not merely a "speaker glitch"; it is a violent acoustic event that persists even after the ignition is turned off. Critical Safety Concerns: Driver Incapacitation: The volume is loud enough to cause immediate disorientation and potential hearing damage. If this occurs at highway speeds, the risk of a collision is extreme due to the "startle response" and inability to hear sirens or road cues. Electrical Instability: The static is accompanied by a sensation of electrical discharge throughout the cabin. To stop the noise, I am forced to manually disconnect the battery—which itself emits static popping during the process. Repeated Component Failure: The vehicle has already exhausted two batteries and requires a third. I suspect a faulty amplifier is creating a parasitic draw and low-voltage condition, triggering this catastrophic system failure. Lack of Professional Response: Despite SSM 51663 addressing this exact issue, dealerships have refused to perform the software/hardware fix due to the "sporadic" nature of the problem. Furthermore, when I contacted Ford Customer Service, my concerns regarding a potential crash were met with derision. I am requesting an immediate escalation, a formal inspection of the B&O amplifier, and the application of the relevant TSB/SSM software updates. I no longer feel safe operating this vehicle, and I am documenting this for the purpose of a Lemon Law evaluation and an NHTSA safety report.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725773March 20, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Backup camera will just show a blue screen for a day or two, then it will work for awhile, and then it will go back to the blue screen. I’ve also had the whole system go out, including the radio, and after I turn the truck off for awhile and turn it back on, then the system starts working again.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725779March 20, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Within the past year there have been a few times when driving in 6th gear (primarily, but also happens in 5th) if I press the gas and it downshifts into 5th, it will trip a gear icon warning light, either not shift, shift into 4th, 3rd, or neutral and sometimes VERY abruptly. When that happens, I've managed to get to the side of the road, turn the truck off and back on, then everything is good for a while. It happens randomly in different conditions and can occur and hour later, a couple of days or as long as a few months. I scanned the system and it showed a P0735 : 00-6C error. When this happens the dash usually does not show the correct gear the truck is in.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725872March 20, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE
While driving the instrument cluster would flicker and then the truck would down shift gears. The first time it did, it dropped from 6th gear to 3rd gear at 70 mph, and the next time it dropped from 6th to 1st around 65 mph. It also occurred at lower rates of speed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725877March 20, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
While driving, the hill descent fault error would pop up on the instrument panel, the truck would begin to shake, and the gas pedal would no longer work. I would have to pull over, shut the vehicle off for a few minutes and restart it. This happened multiple time while driving on the highway and in town. After sitting in the driveway for while trying to get repairs scheduled, the issue got worse, and I would have to pull over every one to 2 minutes due to this issue occuring.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725878March 20, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. The contact stated that occasionally the transmission unexpectedly upshifted to 3rd gear and seized. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but became a recurring failure. The contact stated that the WRENCH symbol was intermittently illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the molded leadframe on the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725911March 20, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Sudden downshift at highway speeds.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725951March 20, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Rear axle nut recall 25S82 September ‘25. My dealer inspected my truck, assured me it was needed but repeated requests since then “no parts available”. I’m seriously concerned and reluctant to drive on extended trips.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725804March 20, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES
The electronic brake booster system failed while driving the vehicle causing the brakes to lock up and almost caused a collision with a tree putting me and my family in danger. Car was towed to the dealer and confirmed electronic brake booster failure. There were no prior warning lamps, messages or symptoms prior to the failure during the operation of the vehicle. All warning first appeared after the failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725769March 20, 2026
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
I’ve had the transmission replaced along with the torque converter when both failed less than a year ago. The transmission AND the torque converter are now doing the same thing it was doing prior to the replacement. The transmission slips in 4th, 7th and 8th gears. The torque converter whines loudly. Ford will not fix the issues with these transmissions without a hefty out of pocket fee. It’s become very well known that all of these 10R80 engines/transmissions are a major problem that ford is not remedying. If this transmission gives out when I’m on the interstate it’s going to cause a major wreck. I live in the mountains, so a bad transmission can quickly turn into a deadly accident. These transmissions need a permanent fix, not for us owners to continue paying thousands of dollars for replacements or rebuilds. This is fords problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725749March 20, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention), 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), and 26V104000 (Electrical System, Exterior Lighting); however, the parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall repairs. The dealer attempted to complete the software update of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the update failed and caused the engine failure. The dealer and manufacturer had not been able to correct the issue. The vehicle remained with the dealer for one week. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue by the dealer; however, the contact was unable to speak with a representative. The failure mileage was 17,269.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725436March 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
10r80 transmission delayed shifting and hard jerks and rumbles and slips gear while I’m highway
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725449March 19, 2026
ENGINE
My transmission jumps or skips or sometimes simply doesn't engage between gears, resulting in upshifting for a slow performance when I need to cross a busy intersection, or staying in low gear and revving up when trying to get on the highway. Some days it works okay, some days it doesn't; but rarely does it work right.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725468March 19, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
My Ford F150 randomly won't start.It also randomly down shifts while driving.There have been times I've been driving 50mph and the transmission starts down shifting on its own.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725502March 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly slipped while changing gear, with the power train warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725599March 19, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725603March 19, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My front windshield is leaking from the top of the window. I can see little trails of dried drips on the inside of my windshield. I feel it could possibly be a safety issue of being loose. It has not been confirmed by a dealer, service center, police, insurance company, or anyone yet. Just found it about a month ago. Trying to see if a recall before I contact a glass company to repair.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725627March 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Transmission jumping through gears and lost ability to shift shortly after the jumping of gears. it jumps straight in to 5th gear when put in to Drive
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725630March 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on two occasions while driving at various speeds, the transmission hesitated while shifting, and the message “Service Engine Soon” was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The independent mechanic determined that the vehicle needed to be taken to a transmission specialty shop. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to another independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred approximately four months later. A handheld diagnostic machine was used to retrieve DTC: P0022. The contact purchased four cam phaser solenoids to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed; however, the four cam phaser solenoids were replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was then taken to another independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was 66,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11725706March 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Date of occurrence 3-11-2026 2016 F-150 5.0 6R80- Vehicle down shifted to first gear sporadically locking rear wheels up around 30-35 mph. Wrench light came on saying see manual. Shortly after the check engine light came on. I came to a stop and the truck wouldn’t shift properly. When I would put it in reverse it would slam into gear. The dash would not show if I was in park, drive or reverse. I shut the vehicle off and it would not restart or turn over. I was only a mile or two from home. Was able to get it home in neutral with the truck off with a short tow. The truck started fine and acted fine the following day. I thought it was just a glitch so I drove it around in the driveway. And once the truck and trans got up to full operation temps the same problem occurred. Thankfully it was still in the driveway so that’s where it sits now. It is very unsafe and unstable to drive. 130,000 miles. I was able to hook my code reader up to it and now I’m getting codes P0707/P0706 all Transmission range sensor codes. P0707(1/ 6) Stored Transmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Low DTC Severity 2 of 3: This fault may pose damage to components and should be repaired as soon as possible.//// P0706(2/6) Stored Transmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Range/Performance/// P0707(4/6) Pending Transmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Low The vehicle is still at my residence I have not moved it since the occurrence. Has not been inspected by dealer or mechanic. Will have to arrange a flatbed tow to a facility so there is no risk of injury or causing any more possible damage if any exists.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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