Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11719459February 20, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while using a scanner to check for diagnostic codes, the contact discovered a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 139,000. The contact indicated that the scanner indicated that the mileage was 239,000. A VIN Clarity Report was purchased, which also indicated that the mileage was 239,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719499February 20, 2026
POWER TRAIN
My 2018 Ford F-150 equipped with the 10R80 10-speed automatic transmission is experiencing severe slipping, delayed engagemen (1-2, 3-4), and erratic shifting. Upon inspection, I found significant gold glitter-like metal shavings in the transmission fluid/oil pan, indicating internal wear or failure of components. These symptoms create safety concerns including hesitation or loss of power during acceleration, potential sudden surges or jerks, and risk of the vehicle not responding properly in traffic or when merging, which could lead to crashes, injuries, or being stranded. I have not repaired this yet but will be replacing the transmission soon.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719514February 20, 2026
STRUCTURE:BODY
Tailgate opened
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719515February 20, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My 2019 Ford F-150 (2.7L EcoBoost) is subject to Emission Recall 24E12, which addresses a defective PCM calibration that Ford acknowledges "could, over time, reduce the effectiveness of the emissions control system and the monitoring accuracy of the catalytic converter's efficiency." COMPONENT: Catalytic converter system and powertrain control module (PCM). Vehicle is available for inspection at Rich Ford in Albuquerque, NM, where it has been serviced for this issue. TIMELINE: Prior to the 24E12 recall repair, my truck had intermittent P0420/P0430 codes (catalyst efficiency below threshold). The check engine light would illuminate and then clear on its own. I brought the vehicle to Rich Ford for the 24E12 PCM reprogram. Within approximately one month of the recall repair, the same catalytic converter codes returned, except now the condition is constant and no longer clears. This timeline is documented in my FordPass app and the dealer's service records. SAFETY RISK: The constant check engine light prevents the vehicle from passing Bernalillo County emissions testing, which is required for registration in Albuquerque, NM. I am unable to legally register my vehicle due to a condition caused by a manufacturer-acknowledged defect. DEALER CONFIRMATION: Rich Ford diagnosed the recurring P0420/P0430 codes. They initially attempted to charge me $300+ for extended diagnostics. They are now consulting with Ford about whether a catalytic converter replacement will be covered under the recall. PRIOR SYMPTOMS: The intermittent check engine light with P0420/P0430 codes existed before the recall repair but was not constant. The recall repair worsened the condition from intermittent to persistent. PATTERN: Ford's recall documentation states the MIL "may illuminate even though a catalytic converter repair may not be necessary," yet numerous owners report being quoted $1,900-$2,100+ for cat replacement at their own expense after the 24E12 reprogram. Ford corporate confirmed the $300
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719529February 20, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
Truck began reviving at high idle after throwing a check engine light, then wrench light as I was driving. I was able to safely get off the road. Shut it down wouldn't restart. I let it sit for 4 hrs, it started then I began driving again as there was no indication of an issue before. At 50mph it happened again. Truck began reviving at recline, check engine and wrench light. Shut it down again, and this process of restarting again hours later as nothing was wrong is still going on, 3 yrs of it. Check engine codes that do come up when it begins again all point to speed sensor and leadframe. Someone said check cam sensors but have no check engine on them at all, only leadframe issues that abruptly occur out the blue. When it happens I can driving at any speed and first thing that happens is the throttle revs to redline and Truck begins shifting abnormal, check engine, wrench, shutdown(thankfully), then hours again now indication of an issue! When i get the truck shut off and off the road, which i had it towed 7 times, show p705,706,707 codes all pertaining to leadframe. Please for the sake ny family and many others recall the 2015-2017 F150s for this $2000 electrical sensor replacement that is putting lives in jeopardy.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719493February 20, 2026
STRUCTURE:BODY
The sunroof of my vehicle burst while I was driving on the highway. There was no warning and the vehicle was not hit by anything. The glass shattered and came into the truck cabin. Air starting getting in the vehicle as well. It was a dangerous situation as I was driving and glass was coming in. The vehicle was towed to the dealership. The dealership is refusing to repair the vehicle and they can’t confirm why the sunroof broke. The glass is caved outward. I have filed a claim with my insurance company to have the vehicle repaired.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719408February 20, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the passenger’s side rear axle shaft assembly had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer informed the contact that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719390February 20, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V512000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719330February 20, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On 3 separate occasions, while traveling at highway speeds on the NJ Garden State Parkway in the left lane, my truck’s service engine light soon wrench would come on out of nowhere, the throttle would cut out, and the gas pedal would go limp and unresponsive. The only way to get it operational again was to turn the truck off, let it sit for 10-15 min to drain the computers, and restart. Imagine doing 70-75 mph in the left most lane and you lose all throttle and have to get your vehicle all the way to the right shoulder without the ability to speed up to avoid being hit in the process. Now imagine that same thing happening 3 times within a month. The dealership found failed factory power train wiring and a failed gateway module. This truck’s a 2023 with 50k highway miles. Shouldn’t be failing like this. Now it’s been at the dealership for 3 weeks…..
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719321February 20, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I've been having issues with the vehicle having a lag when accelerating. Upon leaving Arizona and traveling to Oklahoma I proceeded to pass a vehicle and upon accelerating there was a delay causing a near collision 3 different times. I've contacted the dealership and Ford Corporation and they just keep pushing the issue off. 7 months and still no remedy for the fuel pump issue that they have a recall for. Their solution is for me to pay for parts and labor to have a new fuel pump installed which will not fix the problem because it will be the same style of pump that the recall is on and they want me to pay for it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11718994February 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN
truck goes into first gear shifts automatically at any speed
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719034February 19, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THe rear camera displays vertical lines. The camera has been replaced, the tailgate wiring harness has been replaced. The wiring integrity has been verified by Ford technician. The code B115E-08 is diagnosed. Ford wants $1000 to 'replace ' the camera.???? I bought a new camera. Its NOT a faulty camera. There are 100,000+ 2017 Ford truck recalls for this same issue. Its all over Ford F150 Forum, Google etc. Why isnt my truck included? All Ford wants to do is replace all the modules and send me on my way for $1000
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719049February 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN
I was driving down the road with the cruise set at 60 mph when I came over the top of a hill and I started to decend down the hill if felt like my truck had down shifted and the back tires locked up and screeched a little bit then a big bang happened and had no more drive gear as I hit the gas it just reved the motor up and didn’t move. Upon further inspection I pulled the rear differential cover off and my spider gears and the shaft holding the gears in place was snapped in 2 different places, chips in the gears. My transfer case chain was snapped in half and my transmission had hard shift from first to second gear and a loud buzzing noise. . I took the truck to my mechanic and hooked a scanner up to it and took it for a test run. As it was driving a sensor was telling the truck to shift into park as it was shifting from first to second or second to third causing a hard shift and buzzing noise and eventually losing all connectivity to the transmission and internals as well. I have sense replaced the whole rear axel, transfer case myself with used parts and is currently in the shop swapping transmissions as I needed my vehicle to continue working. Safety of myself and or others was definitely at risk when my rear tires locked up the rear end could have slid out cause me to wreck and possibly wreck into someone else. There was also no warning lights or anything on my dash before this incident occurred.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719054February 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (POWER TRAIN) as possibly related to the failure. The vehicle was driven to a local dealer for a recall repair. The vehicle was repaired by the dealer. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven back to the residence, but the failure worsened. The vehicle was driven back to the dealer. The dealer denied the repair and stated that there were no issues with the vehicle. The contact stated that the additional issues were associated with the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 264,711.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719064February 19, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The tailgate latch actuator came open while I was driving home spilling all my tools out into the roadway including extension ladders that were folded down I had a bed cover on so I never seen or heard the tailgate there's no warning there's no lights there's no dinging and then don't come up on the camera or nothing like that I've contacted Ford dealership we have a case and police reports I've got it had a witness with me I'm having it inspected sometime soon I'm contacting the insurance agent now there was no warning labels whatsoever but over $10,000 worth of tools I had car batteries hand tools shovels tool boxes you name it come flying out this is the second time that this has happened but kk first time I caught it heard it I was this the second time I wasn't there was on the highway at night I came back luckily some kids had been cleaning some of it off they had took off most of my tools by then but I caught them they had the extension ladder and some other things thank God cuz it was laying in a blind curve on a highway at night
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719100February 19, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact had previously received notification of Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03 (Engine Cam Phaser Replacement), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that no repair was needed. The contact stated that a year and a half later, the vehicle made an abnormal ticking sound while idling and while driving at various speeds. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the starter was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with cam phaser failure. The contact related the failure to the Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03 (Engine Cam Phaser Replacement). The dealer replaced the cam phasers, the timing chain, the gaskets, the water pump, and other unknown parts. The vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was no longer covered under the Customer Satisfaction Program. The failure mileage was approximately 65,208.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719113February 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Transmission shifting is erratic at the best times and likes to randomly downshift from 10th gear to 1st gear and having to take drastic action to avoid a serious rear end collision in heavy traffic as many others who've reported the same issues. Ford is VERY aware of this issue but will not address it for most of the owners. The issue is well enough known Ford has had issued many TSBs but limited the action to a handful only with the most recent being TSB 22-2428. They have publicly stated the problems with the 10R80 Valve body and CDF clutch assembly, corrected it, but will not make it right with the thousands of owners. I contacted my dealer, who forwarded me to Ford corporate. I was informed that Ford WILL NOT do anything about it, and I was advised by the Ford CSR to make a complaint here. Will the US government hold Ford accountable; probably not unfortunately as looking through the endless history of reports here shows this is probably a wasted attempt. I have tried to upload PDFs of documentation, but the system WILL NOT accept them.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719136February 19, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
While driving down the road all of a sudden vehicle slams then shifts down indicator lights for gear selection starts flashing. It has happened 4 times so far this week February 17, February 19 of 2026.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719204February 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN
I was driving 70 mph down the interstate when my truck unexpectedly shifted into 1st. A couple weeks later, I was driving down the interstate when my truck unexpectedly shifted into neutral and then the reverse camera came on. I took it to a local mechanic shop yesterday when the truck unexpectedly shifted into neutral again. This is completely unacceptable and is very dangerous. It is currently being worked on to replace the lead frame but this is a huge safety issue and id like Ford to cover my repair cost. It has left me stranded three times now. I did the recall not too long ago and this DID NOT fix the issue. Ford clearly knows about the issue and decided to only update the software. Id also like to add my truck is only driven maybe once a month so its not heavily driven.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11719205February 19, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The transmission is clunks on random shifts through gears. Changing the shift selector results in a jolt and then it pops into gear. This truck has had new tranny wire lead replaced at ford dealership because of the same issue in the past
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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