Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11683658August 28, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
The Ford BlueCruise system almost got my family and myself rear ended with possibly a major injury to death. On our way to San Antonio, Texas from Houston, Texas we were driving across [XXX] withe the BlueCruise engaged. Then out of no where it started giving me the message to place my hands on the steering wheel. My hands were on the steering wheel. It gave me the message 3 times. Then it shook the steering wheel at the same time flashing Resume control. Then it slammed on the brakes. Luckily the truck behind us was paying attention and slammed on their brakes slowing their vehicle down. They drove around us. My wife asked if I did that and I said No, it was the truck. It also did it on the way back to Houston, Texas. After several times of the BlueCruise acting up, I took the truck back to the dealership. It was also turned in for the Brake system recall. iT has been at the dealership for just over a week now p w. The dealership; Tomball Ford, contacted me saying their technician and QC tech couldn't replicate the issue. So, i went up there and had; Ray, the QC tech ride with myself in the truck. Within a mile or 2 the truck's BlueCruise did exactly the same thing. We turned around to head back to the dealership and the truck did it again, but worse. This time the brakes engaged 3 to 4 times slowing the truck down from 60 mph to 30 mph and turning on the Hazard flashers before I turned it off. This time numerous vehicles slowed down and swerved to avoid rereading my truck with both myself and the Tomball Ford QC technician. All the QC technician said, was, "Oh, that's not supposed to do that." I was like [XXX] But your technician couldn't replicate that? The truck is in the shop, but I do have the messages from the service advisor; Ashly, from Tomball Ford. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683357August 27, 2025
POWER TRAIN
My wife and toddler were returning from dropping off our older child at school this morning. As she approached an intersection, the rear wheels suddenly seized, causing an abrupt stop. A transmission failure code flashed on the digital gauges. The engine shut off, but the electronics remained on, as if in accessory mode. She was able to turn the truck off and then back on, which seemed to reset the system and allow her to drive forward.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683358August 27, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Truck started to get shifting gremlins. 4 instances of spontaneous shift out of gear or into lower gear below 35mph. Transmission then shifted to 3rd gear at 60 mph on interstate without warning. Gear and shift indicator on dash blinking wildly. Vehicle behind me had to make evasive maneuver to avoid collision as I moved to emergency lane. Online research said it was a bad lead frame in transmission. Took to local repair shop and confirmed bad lead frame. Replaced for $1200 and truck now shifts correctly.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683397August 27, 2025
ENGINE
The contact's son owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that her son was adding engine oil to the engine between every scheduled oil change. The contact stated that on the last scheduled oil change, the technician stated that the engine had consumed 3 quarts of engine oil. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer was contacted and was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683417August 27, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while coming to a stop, the brake pedal became inoperable. The contact stated that excessive force on the brake pedal was needed to stop the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. 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 vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. 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 referred the contact to the dealer to obtain a loaner vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683452August 27, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. After the engine had reached normal operating temperatures, the rattling ceased, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the cam phasers. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683530August 27, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The wheel end hub bolt in the rear axle has broken which is what the recall is for. However, this happened 2 months ago and the dealership is telling me as well as the recall letter I received on August 25 from Ford, is saying it can be months before they get the part to fix it. They have had my truck since June 2025. I am making payments on the truck and can't drive it. The dealer has been accomading me with another truck but it is a base model truck, not equivalent to what I purchased.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683532August 27, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Power train failure message with loss of power.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683462August 27, 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 unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683441August 27, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V198000 (Engine and Engine and Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and Purvis Ford Inc (11335 Patriot Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22408); were contacted, and an appointment was scheduled for the recall repair. However, upon taking the vehicle to the dealers, the contact was informed that the part 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 manufacturer was made aware of the issue and a case was filed. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683366August 27, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The LEDs in the daytime running lights have failed. They are partially burned out. Based on research, I’ve done online this is apparently a common problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683336August 27, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING
Random times my clockspring makes clicking sounds and the car iant able to be driven. Getting many messages about issues with the vehicle
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683108August 26, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel pump went bad causing the pump to overdraw electricity on the electrical circuit which melted the fuse in the fuse box. The fuse and fuse position was melted beyond being able to use this again. It could have caused a fire in the engine compartment if the circumstances were different. My mechanic reported that he's seen some of these melt the whole fuse box, creating major damage and a major fire hazard. he reported there is a Temporary Service Bulletin out for this issue, so it seems like the manufacturer knows its and issue, but has not chosen to do anything about it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683141August 26, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, the contact attempted to restart the vehicle and became aware that the gear shifter was not in park(P). The contact inspected the gear shift lever, and the gear shifter was in the park(P); however, the contact was unable to move the gear shift lever. The contact depressed the brake pedal, moved the gear shift lever, and was able to restart the vehicle. A mobile mechanic arrived at the residence and replaced the shifter cable, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while arriving at her sister's residence, the failure reoccurred. The shift indicator displayed that the vehicle was not in park(P). However, the gear shifter lever was in park(P). A neighbor stopped by and assisted the contact by going underneath the vehicle and manually shifting the gear. The vehicle was restarted and driven to the residence. The failure had progressively worsened, and the vehicle was no longer driven. The vehicle was parked at the residence. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683210August 26, 2025
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the transmission suddenly downshifted into first gear, causing the vehicle to abruptly reduce speed. The vehicle was later taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the transmission range circuit and sensor were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously serviced for the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000(POWER TRAIN). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 149,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683269August 26, 2025
POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
While driving, my 2017 Ford F-150 with the 6-speed automatic will sometimes suddenly downshift on its own. This causes a hard jerk and a sudden change in speed, which feels unsafe especially at higher speeds. At other times, the truck will not shift into gear at all. For example, when backing out of a driveway or parking spot in reverse and then shifting into drive, the truck stalls. The only way to fix it is to put the truck completely in park, shut it off, and restart it before it will go into gear. This has forced me to be stopped in the middle of the road after backing out, waiting for the truck to restart, which is extremely dangerous when there is oncoming traffic. This has been occurring off and on for a long time now not just one date.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683279August 26, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
The Cam Phase Shifters and timing chain have failed with only 83k miles resulting in a $7,500 repair. This is unacceptable. I would completely understand if it had 250k miles but this is a baby as far as mileage. Looking at f-150 forums this appears to be a common problem and ford has actually changed the design of the cam phase shifters so they know they are defective. Request you loook into this issue please.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683281August 26, 2025
STEERING
Short loss of control with a short period of excessive play and a slight shimmy/shaking sensation when turning left into a curve. The issue seems to only occur when turning to the left.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683245August 26, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train). The contact stated that the dealer was contacted several times regarding parts availability; however, the contact was informed that parts were on a national back order. The contact stated that the most recent letter stated that parts were available; however, when the contact called the dealer, the dealer stated that parts were still not yet available. 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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11683237August 26, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that the camera was flashing, the image was blocked, and the camera became inoperable. The driver had to use the mirrors while reversing. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the software update was completed, but the failure persisted. The contact was informed that further inspection of the vehicle was needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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