Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11679946August 11, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
While driving down the road, the driver gauge display screen completely goes dark. All information displayed normally on the screen, such as speed, mileage, and vital information about the vehicle stops, displaying entirely. This has happened multiple times. Usually the next day, the issue is solved. Then, several months later, the issue reappears. Whenever the vehicle is taken for repair, the dealer simply cannot replicate the issue. This is a known issue that has been reported online by many people.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679830August 11, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS:BULBS
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vertical daytime running lights on the driver’s and passenger’s side failed to operate as needed. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that the headlight module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that the repair would be an out-of-pocket expense to replace the headlight module because the failure was not covered under recall or warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 49,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679651August 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN
New 2025 F150 Lariat with 3.5L V-6 Twin-Turbo Full Hybrid. Truck was sitting in garage and off when suddenly a message appeared on the digital speedometer area saying there was a powertrain fault. Truck only had 280 miles. At about 310 miles, service light came on indicating service was due. Checked FordPass app and the on board diagnostic program indicated there was a power train fault detected. I’ve checked several online forums and many owners are reporting that there are known Ford Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) regarding this issue and the issue has to due with faulty starter, alternator, and battery. Ford know about this issue and that it is common yet they have failed to issue a recall to fix all of these.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679690August 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Vechicle shuts off during high speeds causing driver to loose control and driver and passengers to be tossed around even while constrained with seat belts
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679705August 10, 2025
STEERING
Getting multiple messages like service advancetrac, pre collision assistance not available, and steering assist fault. Vehicle makes noice randomly when turning but not every time
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679480August 9, 2025
POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Lower steering intermediate shaft bolt loose or missing Recall incomplete Front brake hose jounce bracket repair Recall incomplete 3.5L engine cup plug inspection Recall incomplete Connecting rod inspection Recall incomplete Transmission main control valve body replacement Please add to the list of RECALLS incomplete from Campaign 25S19/25V164. As Front brake hose jounce bracket repair Recall being incomplete is a IMMEDIATE concern for reporting to ANY driver on the highway and roadway in transit. Please report for incomplete BRAKING issue fixed, as is is detrimental on highway traffic at HIGH MPH.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679505August 9, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The rear camera has stopped working all of a sudden. A blue screen comes up and says contact dealer when vehicle is in reverse. There is a ford recall for this issue but my vehicle vin is not included and sounds like it has this issue they are recalling for.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679562August 9, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
While leaving the VA parking lot, and after breaking 3 times on the way out, as I approached a major intersection, the break pedal dropped to the floor and a low break fluid warning appeared on the display. My slow approach allowed me to stop. Checked the reservoir and it was empty. I walked to the gas station and purchased break fluid, when I returned, I checked under the vehicle for a leak, to no avail. I walked back to the spot I was parked but there was no indication of a leak. I was able to get my car home, and filled the break container intending on bleeding the lines; however, Florida weather forced to wait a day. Today, Saturday, I proceeded to bleed the lines but the reservoir was empty. Again, no signs of leakage around tires, break lines, reservoir, master cylinder. Everything I have searched regarding this indicates a large population of 2024-18 F150 with a master cylinder failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679504August 9, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
After a repair at Ted Russel ford that swapped my battery, the skid plate fell off while traveling in a parking lot. Fortunately this didn’t occur on the interstate.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679246August 8, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN
The transfer case is leaking, caused by galvanic corrosion. Ford used steel bolts on the aluminum transfer case housing which created the corrosion.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679258August 8, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
You will be driving down the road and it would downshift gears you guys have a recall on this already but my truck doesn't qualify for it apparently the downshifting is periodically it's not consistent
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679303August 8, 2025
ENGINE
The VCT phaser are leaking oil causing the engine to knock when cold starting. There already was a recall but my vehicle wasn't on the list but it has the same defect as those in the recall
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679327August 8, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
The contact owns a 1997 N/A Ford F-150. The contact stated that while servicing the vehicle independently, the contact unplugged the cruise control deactivation sensor and became aware of condensation leaking from the sensor. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679339August 8, 2025
ENGINE
VCT / Cam phasers need replaced on all 3.5 ecoboost engines from 2017-2020. The failure of cam phasers can destroy the engine and if it happens on the road it can be deadly. At a minimum, replacing these cam phasers (due to poorly designed parts) is extremely expensive (between $5,000 to $10,000) and people put off this repair because it is cost prohibitive which will lead to engine failure, potentially at high speeds. My dealer (Phil Long Ford of Denver) provided me an estimate of $5,000 to fix my cam phasers. Again, this is on every 2017-2020 Ford Ecoboost 3.5 engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679415August 8, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45-50 MPH in fifth gear, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, causing the vehicle to jerk abnormally. No warning light was illuminated. The transmission then inadvertently upshifted to third and then fifth gear. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679442August 8, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owned a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the contact’s wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle's speed was about 30 MPH. The contact stated the vehicle drove across the grass of the neighbor's yard, which was located directly across from the contact’s home. The vehicle crashed into the neighbor's parked vehicle, which was parked in the neighbor's driveway. The vehicle then went into an embankment and into a little ditch. The contact stated that the vehicle came out of the ditch and into the street sideways. No injuries were sustained. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The neighbor's vehicle was condemned as a total loss. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 66,500.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679447August 8, 2025
POWER TRAIN
While driving down the roadway herd a loud pop loud bang vehicle rear end slid sled to side till I got it under control and pulled over the rear differential cover had a large hole in it metal parts all apart inside the rear end all oil/grease slung out leaving me parked on the roadway till I had the vehicle towed back to my home
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679461August 8, 2025
POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE
On 7/18/25 I picked up F-150 from being repaired (failed Belt Drive Generator/Starter Tensioner). About 3 hours later I was driving up a long grade at about 5,000 feet when I stopped to check on my cargo (a bicycle). At this point I noticed the cooling fans were running increasingly fast, much faster then they had ever run before. I checked the digital temperature gauge and it showed a normal temperature. I opened the hood and saw there was no coolant in the overflow bottle. I assumed the truck was just a bit low on coolant and I had some (5 liters) water with me so I added that to the overflow bottle. Very little water was visible in the overflow bottle. I replaced the cap, turned off the A/C and immediately headed back to the dealer. At no point did the check engine light come on. At no point did the temperature gauge move from the "normal" area. At no point did any warning message of any time appear on the driver display - unless it occured when I was refilling the overflow bottle. The engine was not operating normally however, the gas engine stayed on at all times and did not cycle on and off as it normally would do (truck is a hybrid). When I arrived at the dealer they attempted to fill the coolant system and said it was completely empty - no sign of the 5 liters of water I put into the system. The cause of the leak was identified as the EGHR system, specifically the plastic coolant inlet port. This failure is discussed in Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 24N04 - attached. This failure should not have occured. But when it DID occur the vehcile should have warned the driver that a serious overheating event was occuring. No MIL was set. No driver warners were made and the temperature gauge remained in the normal range at all times. The ONLY way I because aware of the problem was by noticing the increasing speed of the cooling fans. This could lead to fire, or unexpected engine failure or burns from overheated radiator.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679430August 8, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle almost stalled. The contact stated that her son was not aware of any warning lights being illuminated. The vehicle was driven back to the residence. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The dealer was contacted to schedule an appointment, and the contact was informed that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11679330August 8, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The 8" digital cluster has gone blank. I cannot see any gauges, mileage, fuel or warnings messages. This is a major safety issue that should not be on the owner and should be covered by a recall. I brought it to the dealer to perform a test on the cluster and they came back saying it would need a replacement for $1800. A digital cluster should last the life of a vehicle not go out in the first 3 years just out of warranty.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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