Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11675439July 22, 2025
ENGINE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM, STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the exhaust baffles were making an abnormal ticking sound while the vehicle was idling. The contact also stated that the A/C outlet vent tab had separated from the vehicle, and the other tabs were loose. Additionally, the contact stated that while accelerating from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated while responding. The contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormal squealing sound while driving at various speeds and while idling. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the serpentine belt and one of the pulleys needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact the repairs could not be covered under the powertrain warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11674954July 21, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE
I drive a 2019 Ford F-150 with the 3.5L engine and 10 speed transmission. I have received a warning for low fuel pressure, trouble starting, and the truck has cut off once after turning over. It never fails to crank, however, it may take 5 or so seconds of cranking to get it to start. I have had the check engine light come on one time over the last couple of months of the issues starting; the code it showed was a P00C6. I have not brought the vehicle in for service as it just started a couple months ago when it got hot outside and there was a recent recall that did not include this VIN but matches the issue exactly. The warning states to not drive the vehicle and to get it towed if fuel is not low. The recall states there is not a current fix for the issue and I need my vehicle. This is a daily problem, mostly after the vehicle sits for a couple of hours. I am also having an issue with the cam phaser rattle upon startup and rattling while driving. I have noticed some power reduction and it has progressively gotten worse over time. I am at 135,000 miles currently and have experienced this issue for the last 50,000 miles or so.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11674986July 21, 2025
POWER TRAIN
What is happening is a KNOWN issue that effects Ford F-150's from 2011-2013 Models with the 6-Speed transmissions. The issue is with the Molded Lead Frames. The fault causes hard downshifts out of now where. I was driving on a highway, at highway speeds, when the truck downshifted to 1st Gear. Incredibly unsafe, jolted the truck to an immediately forced reduced speed, luckily no one was behind me. Ford is aware of this, but is not correcting affected vehicles. My vehicle is a 2011 F-150, I tried to have it fixed while it was still under the "extended coverage" but Ford denied it due to it only being a "possible malfunction" at the time. Roughly 2 years later, the malfunction & defect is now on full force, rendering the truck unsafe to drive due to sudden down shifts at random intervals, multiple times a day while driving, yet now it is "passed the coverage." That is unacceptable, and is safety issue for the many of these generation models of F-150's that are still out driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11674992July 21, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Seems to be the same Lead Frame issues as previous years. Rough downshifts, flickering gear indicator on the screen, shuts off when in park (not safety related) for short term, fails to initially crank after previous unintended shut off.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11674993July 21, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed with the service brakes and low brake fluid warning lights illuminated. The contact engaged the parking brake to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the brake master cylinder had allowed brake fluid to leak into the brake booster, causing the brake booster and the brake master cylinder to fail. The contact was informed that the brake booster and brake master cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675013July 21, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her son was driving 55 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that her son pulled over to the side of the road. The contact's son turned off the vehicle and waited for a short while before restarting the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure recurred a short distance afterwards. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed and it was determined that the lead frame had failed. The contact was informed that the internal transmission needed to be repaired or replaced. The lead frame was replaced, and the vehicle was reprogrammed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but denied assistance in covering the cost of the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675032July 21, 2025
POWER TRAIN, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Transmission flutters a little before changing from 1st to 2nd gear. In 4th and 5th gear the transmission pauses a few seconds before going into the next gear. From 8th gear to the ninth gear, the transmission jerks really hard. The transmission only has 72000 miles on it. And also the dash board material is coming up.The lane assist jerks really hard sometimes, forcing you in another lane. No warnings or faults during each incidents.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675036July 21, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact had received notification of an undisclosed recall campaign, and the vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired; however, the failure occurred within several months after the repair. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear and the vehicle stopped unintendedly. The power train warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed and the contact was informed that an unknown part in the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675037July 21, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH on the interstate, the low brake fluid warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road and became aware that the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The contact exited the vehicle to check the brake fluid and became aware that the brake fluid was low. The contact purchased brake fluid and added brake fluid to the brake fluid reservoir; however, the failure persisted. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the brake master cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 78,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675069July 21, 2025
STEERING
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The power steering warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V316000 (Steering), but the VIN was not included. 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 268,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675078July 21, 2025
ENGINE
Vehicle Information: •Make: Ford •Model: F-150 •Year: 2019 •VIN: [XXX] Complaint Summary: Cam Phaser Defect — Safety Risk and Manufacturer Negligence 1. Component/System Failure This complaint involves a mechanical failure of the cam phaser system (part of the variable valve timing system) in the 3.5L EcoBoost engine of the above-referenced vehicle. Specifically, the locking pin within the cam phasers fails to engage properly, resulting in a loud knocking or rattling noise on cold start. This condition is a known defect documented in Ford TSB 19-2208 and subject to Customer Satisfaction Program (CSP) 21N03, which extended coverage for cam phaser repair. However, no official safety recall has been issued, despite widespread evidence of failure. The defective parts are still installed in the vehicle and are available for inspection upon request. 2. Risk to Safety This defect compromises driver and public safety and constitutes a violation of 49 U.S.C. § 30101 and 49 U.S.C. § 30118, which obligate manufacturers to notify NHTSA and owners when a defect poses an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety. Specifically: •Failure of cam phasers leads to improper valve timing, risking engine hesitation, loss of power, or stall conditions. •These symptoms can occur during acceleration, highway driving, or merging, creating conditions that significantly increase the risk of collision or engine failure while in motion. The defect may also cause internal engine damage over time, raising the risk of mechanical breakdown in traffic. 3.Confirmation of the Problem This issue has been confirmed by a certified Ford dealership and an independent ASE-certified mechanic. Both diagnosed the startup noise as a cam phaser locking failure, consistent with widespread reports from other Ford 3.5L EcoBoost owners. Neither party could provide a fix without significant out-of-pocket cost, despite Ford’s knowledge of the issue and internal bulletins acknowledging the issu INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675089July 21, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while cold-starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle. After the vehicle had warmed up, the sound dissipated. While the contact’s mother was driving the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that there was a faint, unidentifiable sound in the vehicle prior to the start of the rattling sound. The contact stated that the failure was related to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03, related to the cam phaser. The contact, who is a mechanic, had been completing an oil change on the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure was related to the cam phasers. The contact called the local dealer, but there was no answer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675159July 21, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that an independent mechanic was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675168July 21, 2025
STEERING
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the power steering assist became inoperable. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that an independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the steering rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance and transferred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 225,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675198July 21, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
I own a 2019 Ford F-150 with only 94,000 miles on it—barely approaching 100,000—and I’m already experiencing significant transmission issues. The vehicle is equipped with the 10R80 transmission, and the way it shifts gears is extremely concerning. It’s unreasonable for such a critical component to show this level of failure so early. At this rate, it feels as though I’d need to replace the transmission every 94,000 miles, which is simply unacceptable and raises serious concerns about long-term reliability.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675221July 21, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The molded lead frame, a part ford claims they fixed, failed at 81,000 miles. This lead to my truck going into limp mode and slamming into 3rd gear while driving on the highway. Luckily it didn’t cause an accident. $1000 to fix. Called ford corporate and they didn’t care at all. They said nope, we fixed that. Obviously not!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675223July 21, 2025
ENGINE
My f150 has 47k miles and it’s been serviced every time it was supposed to and the engine failed. Oil leaking into the engine destroyed it. I looked up 2021 F150 v8 coyote engine and it’s a known issue
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675214July 21, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Once the engine is warm at normal running temperature and especially when it’s hot outside, the engine will shudder and almost die. This issue is most noticeable at idle at stop signs or stop lights and the whole truck shakes.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675092July 21, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, the Forward Collision Avoidance system unintendedly activated. During the failure there were no other vehicles or large objects nearby. The "Collision Alert" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675046July 21, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment center failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the infotainment center displayed a black screen. The contact stated that during one failure, the infotainment center screen displayed a black screen; however the radio continued to play. The contact stated that the vehicle was turned off. The vehicle was started, and the system independently reset. In addition, the contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the engine was idling roughly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact stated that the computer system was reprogrammed, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. In addition, the contact feared driving the vehicle with his family inside the vehicle due to the failure. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V455000 (Fuel system, Gasoline); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were 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 failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 15,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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