Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11641684February 10, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Rear backup camera and distance sensors stopped working. The issue is intermittent This issue could have resulted in an accident or injury/fatality due to no image sensor information No dealer involvement at this time No outside inspections at this time No prior warnings or messages were given before the failure
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641625February 10, 2025
ENGINE
2.7 liter ecobost engine . Cam Phaser Failure, cam phasers control the performance, air intake and exhaust of the engine. Failure from these parts will affect engine performance and can cause engine damage. Similar recalls were issued for similar ford 3.5 liter engine in the past.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641558February 9, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Evidently there is a problem with the CDF clutch cylinder. There is a bushing that will slip and can cause delayed or rough transitioning into gears. This is on the 10R80 transmission according Ford. We had no idea of this issue till we brought our truck in to Ford to have the system flushed. Which then the service tech asked had we had any issues and we said it has a delay when shifting into gears sometimes as well as when we put it in reverse it seems like it doesn't fully engage and and then when it does engage it is like a jolt and the truck goes at a faster pace since we was pressing the gas thinking we did not give it enough gas to go into reverse. Multiple times my wife has said that it does this when she is backing out of our driveway into the road also while she is backing out of her parking space at school. What is bad is there are no warning lights on the truck for this issue. There are multiple recalls on this transmission that involve updating the computer settings for the trasmission but the real issue is they have not done a recall for this issue which would stop the bushing from sliding causing the delayed/harsh shifts. Since this is an engineering design issue and potential Hazzard while drive this should be a manufacture recall. Ford has already resigned the cylinder in 2022 to address this issue but anything manufactured before that is suppect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641579February 9, 2025
POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Truck started downshifting to 2nd gear at highway speeds, submitted claim, (no recall) Local Ford said no problem with my transmission. I replaced the leadframe in transmission. This fixed the problem. Ford came out with recall, Ford mobile came out and updated software for transmission. Since software update, Started down shifting again, sticking in 5th gear, or sticking in 3rd gear. Wrench came on a few times and engine light randomly comes on and clears too. I have pictures of 5th gear going slow, the wrench appearing and engine toruble light on. See attached pictures.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641609February 9, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Powertrain Failure. Vehicle unresponsive. Multiple complains through various individuals of this failure. Battery pack failures causing numerous safety issues related to driving, 12v system, etc
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641463February 8, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The rear Axel is starting to fail. This vehicle has not been used in a work/commercial environment. The rear axel has a loud humming noise, it was diagnosed as a bad spider gear and bearing. This is also causing major limitations on the initial speed up of the vehicle. This is causing a drag feeling when accelerating into a highway. It’s a 3 thousand dollar rebuild. This is extremely weird, a drivetrain Axel should not fail under regular driving conditions.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641502February 8, 2025
ENGINE
Exhaust leak from manifold and broken bolt from engine block causing unhealthy exhaust to go into the cabin. Faulty Exhaust manifold removed/replaced with an upgraded new manifold/engine block bolts by license auto repair shop.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641353February 7, 2025
STEERING, POWER TRAIN
On my.2011 ford f150 xlt the electrical power steering asssist failed completely while driving in traffic... It was incredibly hard to maintain control of the vehicle ... I had to use all my strength to get the wheel to turn what so ever. It was u credibly lucky that I didn't cause an accident because it made me steer into oncoming traffic and would.not let the vehicle.tur. the opposite direction. ..the warning light said service advance Trac and then said power steering assist failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641374February 7, 2025
AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS
The Instrument Panel Air Bag light stayed on continuously, so I was concerned that the Air Bags might be defective. When I took the vehicle to a Ford Dealership for servicing, I was told that the front passenger side seat belt pretensioner/retractor was shortened internally. I was told that unless the part was replaced, the Air Bags would not deploy upon impact. If I chose not to repair the part, I was told that the vehicle would pass our state's inspection. In order to protect my family's safety, I believed that I had not option but to replace the part. I requested that the dealership give me the defective part, which they did. I still have the defective part. That repair cost me a total of $1097.98.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641380February 7, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Turned on rear window and heated mirror defrost. Rear window cracked loudly and broke in a spiderwebbed manner after about 10-15 minutes of the defrost being turned on. Tempered glass kept it from blowing completely out. May have caused injury if a passenger had been sitting in rear crew cab seat at the time. Spoke with Safelite auto glass repair, was told they see this frequently with F150 trucks and think there is a problem with defrost function not shutting off like it should, causing excessive heat to window which eventually breaks the glass.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641416February 7, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked abnormally while downshifting. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but failure became a regular occurrence. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The manufacturer advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 99,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641425February 7, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the gear shifter engaged independently. No warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The first time the failure had occurred the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the PCM software needed to be updated and the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641285February 7, 2025
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the front driver's side door and the front passenger's side door were difficult to open and close in cold weather. The contact stated that the failure required to remotely start the vehicle several times for the door lock and latch mechanism to warm up. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under Ford Campaign Number: 20M04; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, but the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the front driver's side door was taken apart and the dealer installed foam, tape, glue, and lubricant to an unknown door part at the contact’s expense; however, the failure persisted. Additionally, the contact recalled receiving notification of Ford Campaign Number: 18N03, which stated that the warranty coverage was extended to 2028. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for the repair; however, the vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 53,345.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641313February 7, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. No warning light was illuminated. The contact was notified that the VIN was included in an undisclosed recall. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641320February 7, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the contact heard a ticking sound coming from under the hood and noticed an abnormal white smoke coming from the rear exhaust. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon further inspection, the VIN was related to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03; however, the warranty had expired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641349February 7, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the C-shaped LED light at the outer corners of the driver's side headlight was significantly dimmed, which reduced the road visibility. The contact stated that the failure had progressively worsened. The dealer was notified of the failure and charged a repair fee for the headlight replacement. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 97,500.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641334February 7, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I continually get remote features disabled to preserve battery. Have taken it in to dealer, they can't find anything. I am told to drive truck for forty minutes or so. This doesn't help because in a couple of days it goes back to the warning., It offers updates for the software for the ford pass app It will never download. It says an error has occurred I didn't pay over $70000 for this truck to have to take it for a forty minute drive every couple of days to keep the battery charged If t can not be repaired, I would like a refund of my money and you take your truck back. This incident occurs every three or four days. .
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641258February 7, 2025
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was vibrating abnormally while driving at approximately 70 - 80 MPH. The contact stated that the failure had not occurred at slower speeds. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer 4 times; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The tires were replaced, the rims were replaced, and an alignment was performed; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 490.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641035February 6, 2025
ENGINE
My 2016 Ford f150 engine failed. The Ford dealership found the turbo & the valves failed. 2 pistons cracked due to excessive carbon build up & the valves failed. The motor failed causing engine to stop suddenly.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641048February 6, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 5 - 10 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. There were no warning lights illuminated. The DTC: P0720 (Faulty Output Shaft Speed Sensor) was retrieved. The contact stated that the failure was related to Customer Satisfaction Program: 16N02. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 164,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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