Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11688108September 18, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that an image appeared intermittently. The contact stated that occasionally the screen displayed a blank image. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11688116September 18, 2025
ENGINE
there is a know design defect in the cam phaser on the 3.5L EB motors. Ford knows this exists. They have since redesigned the Phasor system to correct this defect. This isn't wear, or use related. It is completely a byproduct of a defective design. The issue is that the repair costs over $7,000, none of which Ford will cover. IT is a known design problem. It is not due to wear, or accident, it is simply an engineering problem. Ford should be required to at least partially compensate owners for this known problem. My motor has less than 50,000 miles on it, and I just spent $7400 getting it repaired. That's about half the cost of a crate motor. It is simply not right for ford to sell a motor with defective compmonents, and expect the owners to pay for their design problems.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11688171September 18, 2025
POWER TRAIN
See attached document for complaint.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11688181September 18, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While trying to backup my rear view screen camera is black and flashing on and off so fast that I can’t gauge how close or far I am away from an object. Everything works ( radio, GPS, source and other things) with in the screen it self. But the problem is threatening to my safety. I ve tried to reset it by the recommendation of Ford but to no avail.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11688154September 18, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
The rear passenger window rolled down and is stuck in down position. This is the second time this has happened in our F-150. It happened when we first bought the truck nearly two year ago and was fixed. I worry it was replaced with another faulty component. There have been numerous complaints of this happening and the issue is within the driver side door components.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687787September 17, 2025
ENGINE
The VCT had begun to fail in my 2019 F150 Platinum Truck. It rattled on every cold start. There was a recall for my model and year truck for the VCT issue, but for reasons I don't know, my truck was not apart of that recall. Back when the recall was issued my truck should have qualified, but I was never notified of any issue. I am the only owner of this truck and I have never changed my address while I have owned this truck. Customer Satisfaction Program 21N03 The repair has been completed and cost $5,200.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687824September 17, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the rearview camera intermittently displayed a distorted or blank image while the transmission was shifted into reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls on the VIN. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687833September 17, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission temperature became elevated. No warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the road to restart the vehicle, but the transmission failed to shift into gear as intended. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where metallic debris was found in the transmission fluid. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 142,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687935September 17, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Truck is brand new and keeps having engine failure. Truck is not driveable on multiple occasions. Multiple dealers have assessed and goes unrepaired. First dealer cleared light and did not repair despite loss of communication codes present.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687983September 17, 2025
ENGINE
The oil pan has a rtv gasket from factory and started leaking, I’ve replaced it twice and is still leaking. It’s expensive and cumbersome. It runs the risk of oil starvation, this would cause catastrophic engine failure, ford has TSB for this issue. UNKNOWN UNKNOWN
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687875September 17, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal metallic sound. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the brake pads were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic, where it was determined that the rear axle hub bolt had fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train); however, the dealer informed the contact that the recall part was on backorder and would be available in October. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed; however, no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 82,500.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687829September 17, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Rear axle bolt has broken, creating issues in the rear end which Ford that said they do not have the parts to fix. The Ford dealership has told me it is perfectly safe to drive although the recall states could result in a crash. The Ford mechanic opened the hubcap and took the broken bolt out still saying it was safe to drive. That was six months ago. I have contacted Ford several times to get my vehicle in And they tell me they still do not have the parts. This is a huge safety issue with Ford not willing to fix the problem. They said they did not have loaner vehicles available either.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687505September 16, 2025
POWER TRAIN
I was driving down the highway and the transmission started shifting erratically and went to 3rd almost causing me to wreck. Check engine light and wrench icon came on and had to pull over immediately. Code says faulty transmission range sensor and lead frame are the cause.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687584September 16, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Transmission lead frame failure. Common / known issue with Ford F150's. Evidently, there is a recall on the part that mine needs, but my vin isn't included in the recall. I can't accelerate at random. Vehicle starts off in 3rd gear / limp mode Yes, confirmed by ASE certified tech Replacement part isn't readily available due to high failure rate and recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687592September 16, 2025
POWER TRAIN
I am writing to report a serious and recurring safety issue with my vehicle. On multiple occasions, while either pulling out into traffic or driving at normal speeds, the vehicle has unexpectedly dropped into first gear. This sudden downshift has caused the vehicle to decelerate abruptly, nearly resulting in a loss of control and posing a significant risk of an accident. As a business owner, I often have crew members riding with me, and this malfunction endangers not only my employees but also my family when they are in the vehicle. This is an unacceptable and dangerous situation that must be addressed immediately. I am requesting a full inspection and diagnosis of the transmission system, along with a permanent resolution to this issue. I urge you to prioritize this matter due to the safety risks involved.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687685September 16, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Previously had the vehicle diagnostic at Georgia Lina automotive into which I can provide the diagnostics later I was advised that it may be a internal issue dealing with the instrumental cluster a continuously battery warning flash on the dash panel. I was also told that it may be a electrical problem that even cause a fire internally which may damage the vehicle. I was told that out of pocket calls would be $1,956.05 I reviewed all of the issues that are considered or recall and wiring was most definitely listed under recall versus warranty. I've most recently had the issue of the powertrain warranty for the transmission taken care of under the customer satisfactory program. Unfortunately they did not have this particular issue of the instrument cluster listed due to faulty wiring. Now there maybe many others that face the very same issue, for it seems to also affects the Bluetooth connecting with phone under sync. And I am submitting this complaint in a better hope for for the review by your board or committee to conduct their own independent investigation which may makes the difference not only for me but once again for many others. I don't know if there's window. Past the 15 years if a vehicle has been previously purchased such as myself and there was a recall for this particular issue does the manufacturer allows the new owner a grace period as a courtesy which I believe would be appropriate as well as deemed it in the respect of hospitality. I thank you for hearing my complaint hopefully once again it makes the difference not only for me but for others as well. Your time and consideration is highly appreciated, Respectfully Submitted
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687717September 16, 2025
POWER TRAIN, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Uncommand downshift of the transmission at 50MPH causing the rear wheels to skid. This was accompanied by “Blind Spot System Fault”, “Cross Traffic System Fault”, “See Manual” warnings and a loss of transmission position indications (ie.. P-R-N-D-M-2-1). This appears to be similar to NHTSA Recal # 24S37 for 2014 F-150’s
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687742September 16, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
We took our Ford F150 King Ranch to our local mechanic. The vehicle would shift down into a lower gear when traveling at speed limit. After that, that speedometer stopped working and other gages were inoperable. This happened several times before we contacted out mechanic for diagnostics testing. The trouble code P0722 / 6R80 Transmission high gear engagement from a stop. In February 2019 Ford issued a safety recall stating these vehicles may suddenly downshift to first gear, possibly causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The information I have obtained directly from the Ford website "Dealers will reprogram the recalled Ford F-150's PCM, free of charge. The repair is currently available". We purchased this vehicle from CarMax in 2021 and were not made aware of this recall. I contacted our local dealership, AutoNation Ford, that we had used for regular maintenance for the first two years after purchase of our vehicle. After diagnostic testing on the vehicle was complete, they advised the safety recall time had "expired". That we will be responsible for the repairs. Does a "safety recall" expire? We were advised the recall expired after 150K miles. We have approximately 164K miles. Can you please advise what our options may be? I do not feel safe driving this vehicle at this point. AutoNation has had our vehicle since 09/11/2025. They are expecting me to pay for the repairs.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687738September 16, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Complete backup camera failure showing black screen. Third time system has failed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687614September 16, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Pro power onboard doesn’t work.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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