Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11650463March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission struggled to shift as needed. Additionally, occasionally the vehicle jolted upon shifting into a lower or higher gear. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650467March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
My 2016 F150 it’s transmission downshifts just driving down the road the same thing they are recalling the 2014 F150 for
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650479March 25, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuse 27, a known problem with the 12th generation F150, manufactured from 2009-2014, burned through in my truck melting the fuse block in the process. The fuse block in question is the main fuse block located toward the front of the engine bay near the radiator. This resulted in a no start condition while parked in a parking lot. I was required to purchase Ford’s repair kit for their engineering problem and relocate the fuse to a new spot in the fuse block. If this had happened while driving, I fear my truck could have resulted in an electrical fire with my family inside. Please consider requiring Ford to issue a safety recall for this incredibly dangerous situation.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650492March 25, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle independently decelerated while driving next to other vehicles. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where unknown repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired; however, approximately 7 years after repairs the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to the same local dealer where unknown repairs were made. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650494March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
While traveling at 60mph transmission downshifted to first gear suddenly locking up rear end. Very dangerous situation Ford has. This could has caused a serious accident and injured people. No cel lights came on. Was reported to a Ford dealer who did not even care, and he's the one who sold me this truck.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650497March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Truck began downshifting from 6th gear to 5th numerous times at highway speeds (60ish mph). Wrench warning light would randomly come on, Service Engine Soon light would intermittently come on, followed by the dashboard totally blanking out. In one day on a drive to work, it started shifting from 6th to 4th. On the way home the same day, it shifted violently from 6th to 2nd gear hard at highway speed. The occurrence was a big safety concern as it was raining out - almost skidded out of control. As the truck was being driven into the dealership, there was NO acceleration - just revving of the engine which could have caused a major accident while having to cross two lanes of oncoming traffic. They diagnosed it as follows: 108572 found DTCP0706, P0707, P1702 / 20107 CF / MB3Z*7A100*B Transmission Control Assembly / FL3Z*7A098*B Screen Assembly / 7-XT*10QLVC Auto Transmission Oil. Dealership said that it was "normal wear and tear" and the repair bill was $2,436. Since repair, the truck has been operating without issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650507March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from tenth gear to third gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, the vehicle was shifted into park and back to drive and the vehicle drove; however, the vehicle was not driving smoothly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed with a weak and low battery. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. On another occasion, the vehicle started stalling and downshifted unexpectedly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer again however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650510March 25, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated when the vehicle was started, the contact noticed a fuel leaking sound. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was confirmed to be a fuel leak. The contact was informed that the failure was due to rodents. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the failure had occurred twice, and this was the third time the rodents had chewed through a fuel line. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650513March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while at a complete stop, the vehicle jerked forward, and attempted to accelerate independently while the brake pedal was depressed. Additionally, the engine was revving. The contact stated that upon slamming on the brake pedal, the vehicle responded as needed while stopped. The contact stated that while almost coming to a stop and then accelerating, the vehicle jerked, accelerated unintendedly, then responded as needed. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer and was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train); and the failure ceased temporarily. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that a fee would be charged for a diagnostic test and for the repair. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650517March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH on several occasions with or without the cruise control feature activated, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, and the rear wheels locked up. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission circuit board and valve body assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650524March 25, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
traveling on highway at speed of 65 to 70 mph and vehicle suddenly downshifted and experienced a loos of power. dashboard went off and I lost control of the vehicle. my safety was put at risk due to loss of power of vehicle. I could not identify anything wrong with the vehicle before it happened.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650526March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The vehicle’s rear wheels temporarily locked up when coming to a stop. Fortunately it was only under 30mph. Vehicle later got stuck in 3rd gear driving in town, check engine light did come on with DTC p0717. It is the same issue that 2014 F150 with the 6r80 transmissions are having.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650533March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. While the contact's son was driving 70 MPH, the transmission independently downshifted with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the rear wheels locked up and the vehicle skidded. The vehicle was taken to a nearby Dodge dealer and the computer was reset; however, the failure reoccurred 50 miles later. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with electrical components failure inside the transmission, and there were metal shavings inside the oil pan. The contact was informed that the transmission fluid, filter, and electrical components in the transmission needed to be replaced. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650536March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from tenth gear to fourth gear. After the contact had experienced the failure, the transmission warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with transmission failure in the cluster gears. The contact then towed the vehicle to an independent mechanic, and the part was purchased. The vehicle was repaired. The local dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650541March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Unexpected down shifting and loss of what gear to be in.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650544March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from 5th gear to 2nd gear, causing the vehicle to abruptly decelerate. During the failure, the driver almost lost control of the steering wheel and the rear wheels locked up and the vehicle skidded. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the failure recurred, and the wrench icon was displayed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was made aware of NHTSA Action Number: PE25002 (POWER TRAIN). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the NHTSA Action Number. The failure mileage was 202,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650561March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Transmission dropped from 6th gear to 4th at 75mph and almost locked my axle
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650571March 25, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
Unexpected gear downshift accompanied by a temporary rear wheel lock-up. This occurs at highway speeds and has shifted from 6th gear to 2nd gear multiple times at 50+ mph. This causes substantial safety concerns to both those in the vehicle as well as other vehicles on the road in the immediate proximity. When this occurs speed is restricted suddenly/immediately by a reduction of 5-12 mph. This causes severe impact to passengers. At low speed the gears shift sporadically between all 6 gear ranges impacting drivability. The vehicle has been inspected several times by Corwin Ford however they clear the codes and 'can not replicate' which correlates to the dealership deeming it safe to operate. There were multiple warning lights/lamps, messages when delivered to the dealership. Those were then cleared prior to 'diagnostics' as that was 'their process'.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650572March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Transmission downshift during constant cruise speed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650574March 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
While driving in manual mode on the road vehicle seemingly came out of gear and then slammed into a lower gear causing me to be slammed forward in my seat and nearly wrecked my vehicle, it then unprotected went to 1st then to 9the gear all while still in manual shift mode. Vehicle also dose not always fully engage park when P is illuminated.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0

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