Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11687275September 15, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The cam phaser was replaced, but the vehicle continued to experience hesitation and shuddering while driving. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, and the transmission was replaced. The contact indicated that 20,000 miles later, the vehicle experienced the same failures and was taken back to the dealer, who discovered metal shavings in the engine oil. The contact was advised that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687305September 15, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER
I turned on the rear defroster to my truck. It was by mistake As I ment to push the MAX AC button. I didn't immediately turn it off. Instantly after turning it on I smelt a strong electrical/burnt small. About 30 seconds later we heard a loud POP. When I looked in the rear view mirror, I saw the back window had shattered. It was very hot to the touch.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687321September 15, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after shifting to reverse(R), the back over prevention camera display screen was solid blue with a message displayed that the camera was not available. The contact researched online and became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V252000 (Back Over Prevention). The manufacturer was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact called a dealer and was advised that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed. The contact decided not to have the vehicle diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687361September 15, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. While the contact's husband was attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with cam phasers failure. The contact was informed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced an unknown Customer Support Program; however, the program had expired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687407September 15, 2025
POWER TRAIN
the transmission for this truck has on several occasions shifted very hard when accelerating, and on a couple occasions has down shifted without warning and without reason. the down shifting incidents were unexpected and could have caused an accident if I was in traffic.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687465September 15, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Our 2014 Ford F150 is doing the same back-up camera distortions as the current recall and the Ford dealer says it's our problem. The back-up camera on lots of other Ford models need to be recalled.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687369September 15, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (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
#11687136September 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
I have 2018 F150 with the 10R80 transmission. At 140K it started to neutralize and hard jerk back into 9th-10th gear at 60mph or highway speed. Sometimes when driving from a complete stop and then proceed forward, it would rev the rpm’s up to 5K and hard jerk into first gear. I took it to ford, they confirmed they knew about the issue it was a bad design on the bushing and that there was Technical service bulletin about it. I called ford corporate and they said they could not help and it was on me, even for a bad design. So for something they knew was a bad design and instead of recalling and fixing the issue I had to fork out like 4500 for the transmission to be rebuilt with the new bushing.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687190September 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
My master cylinder leaked in to my brake booster, so I had to replace both after losing my brake stopping abilities. I received the new parts replaced them then hookup the battery checked brakes turned off ignition. Went back to start engine nothing battery 7.5 volts.. Replaced 250.00 started engine brakes good drove stopped 3 times got home evening sun down brake lights are on, I cant turn them off! unplugged battery. The brake switch was on and broken could not be reset. This is a fire hazard!!! My leads for the positive where hot very hot to the touch, my power was weak on the engine while driving I almost lost my truck over that Brake switch? No where does it say to replace it or why does this happen it clearly is a small broblem that can be a very big one fast!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687204September 14, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rear camera glitch see lines or black screen when reversing
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687074September 13, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Harsh and rough automatic shifting while transmission is cold. Diagnosed by dealership as bad CDF drum brushings. Recommend new transmission.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687078September 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rear view camera dows not function correctly, black screen, distorted screen, or no visibility. I indicated 9/1/2025 as the date but has been like this for longer
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687133September 13, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Was on my way to work going about 75 and my truck shifted from 6th gear to 1st gear causing my back wheels to lock up and caused me to lose control nearly wrecking my vehicle
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11686991September 12, 2025
STEERING
After making a sharp right turn tie rod came loose from steering rod. After inspection the threads on the steering rod seem to be too small for the tie rod. The truck has been taken care of and only has 75000 miles on it. The new tie rod I installed was also loose on the steering rod. The threads were not stripped, rusty or damaged in anyway. This truck has never had any work or been damaged. I have never had front end lined up because tires have not had any wear indicating misalignment.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11686993September 12, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Back up camera works sporadically. Parking guide lines have disappeared, parking collision warning goes off for no reason. Cross traffic alert does not work sometimes.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687018September 12, 2025
POWER TRAIN
On 4 occasions, my F150 has went in reverse when transmission was in the drive position. The truck would travel backwards 3 to 5 feet before shutting off. The first time happened at a stop sign. Nearly backed into another vehicle. PCM was reprogrammed. 2nd time occurred on leaving my driveway. Ford replaced an ABS module. 3rd time happened in front of my house. Ford found bent pin on PCM. 4th time occurred at waste facility after unloading trash. Vehicle went in reverse when transmission was in drive. Vehicle went backwards at least 3 feet. Nearly backed into a ford F250 and pinned driver of vehicle between the 2 trucks. Ford has changed a relay. I have contacted Ford by chat, phone, and email. The case manager refuses to communicate with me about this matter.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687019September 12, 2025
AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Well the passenger side in front seat seat belt needs replaced due to getting stuck after front airbags in dash and steering wheel after deployment from barley tapping a vehicle in front of the truck
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11686780September 12, 2025
POWER TRAIN
During the years 2017 to 2020 Ford Motor Company manufactured a transmission 10r80 transmission with a defect in the CDF drum inside the transmission the bushing inside the drum moves out of place resulting in transmission failures.. this particular transmission usually lasts around $120-140,000 MI before the transmission fails. Through my research it costs between $5,500 and 7,500.00 for repairs.. with it being a manufacturer defect I feel that Ford should recall these Transmissions and replace them with the revised CDF drum..
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11686802September 12, 2025
ENGINE
My vehicle cam phasers went bad. Cost to repair is in the upwards of $5000. Called Ford was unwilling to help pay for repairs. There was a TSB put out a year or so ago that stated that FORD knows about the cam phaser issue and would help pay for repairs. My cam phasers went bad this week and if not fixed can cause complete engine failure. They have apparently redesigned them a couple of times. I just don't get it, if it's a known defect in the 3.5 EcoBoost engine s how come there is no recall on them. I'm not the only one complaining check the ford forums online. I have to get it repaired or pay for a whole new engine. Plus I have an active recall on my braking system for about9 months know.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11686853September 12, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (POWER TRAIN). The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH and overtaking another vehicle, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle spun out of control; however, the contact was able to regain control of the vehicle and then pulled over to the side of the road. The contact attempted to shift the gear lever, and the gear shifter failed to function as intended. The contact switched to manual mode and was able to use the first, second, and third gears, and the vehicle limped to the residence. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician performed the powertrain control module software update. The contact asked the dealer if the transmission was repaired, and the dealer refused to repair the transmission, stating that the recall update was completed and that the recall had not specified replacing the transmission. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred on the drive back to the residence. The vehicle was driven in LIMP Mode and the lower gears. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact parked and was no longer driving the vehicle due to safety concerns. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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