Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11641083February 6, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that when the vehicle was initially purchased, the vehicle drove rough. The contact stated that recently while driving 74 MPH on the highway, the vehicle lost motive power. The wrench light illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle was downshifting hard, with a clunking sound while driving 50 MPH. The vehicle was driven for 5 miles and then turned off. The contact then restarted the vehicle and drove to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with transmission failure, and metal shavings inside the oil pan. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641093February 6, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact stated that upon inspection, the contact became aware of fluid leaking from a crack in the exhaust system caused by rust. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the exhaust leak was a result of corrosion and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641106February 6, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving on the highway at 40 MPH, the vehicle shifted into first gear, and the transmission started to jerk and failed to lock into gear. The system malfunction warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to drive to the residence and park the vehicle. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 148,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641178February 6, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, STEERING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
the blue cruise hands free driving feature does not work and has guided the vehicle off of the road. It also asks the driver to take the steering wheel, but will not register that has happened without a very hard pull on the wheel, which pulls the vehicle into other lanes of traffic. this is a very dangerous situation.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641182February 6, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The navigation, information, and control screen in this vehicle randomly shuts down and reboots. often when using the reverse and 360 camera system. Ford has said they will not work on these systems as they are faulty, and has promised a software revision for over 6 months. The dealers report that they are not allowed to work on this until the new software comes from Ford. At least one time the instrument cluster also went blank during driving. this is a safety concern that the ntsb should be aware of, in addition to the faulty/dangerous bluecruise and advance self driving features that put folks in peril.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641186February 6, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while cold starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact then received a letter from the manufacturer that the cam phasers were defective and would be replaced under warranty. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the part was replaced. Recently, the contact stated that the failure returned. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for an unrelated issue and the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. A diagnostic test was performed, and the contact was informed that the cam phasers were defective; however, the repair was no longer covered under warranty. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the initial cam phasers placed in the vehicle were refurbished parts needed to be replaced. The contact was never notified of this and was informed that the vehicle no longer qualified for the repair under warranty. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 91,157.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641220February 6, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The daytime running lights are malfunctioning. I have seen this is a common issue with this style truck.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641070February 6, 2025
STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 60-65 MPH in the rain, the contact noticed water coming through the front driver's side floor, on the left side of the brake pedal. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with his wife occupying the front passenger's side seat, the contact's wife felt air coming through the front passenger's side floor of the vehicle. The contact stated that his wife placed her hand on the floor and felt the air coming through; however, the A/C was not engaged. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a water entry test was performed, and the dealer confirmed that water was entering underneath the brake pedal. The dealer determined that an unknown valve needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to partially cover the cost of the repair. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640794February 5, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
Tailgate opening without interference from driver
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640846February 5, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for a routine oil change, the mechanic discovered that engine oil was leaking from the oil pan. The contact was informed that the oil pan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640889February 5, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There is a problem with the heating controls. The temperature will be set at 72 and is stable for awhile, even days, then will spontaneously heat until it's unbearably hot. This is a huge distraction while driving to having to keep messing with the controls. Safety issue! After numerous complaints to Ford's service department with no results as the technicians cannot duplicate issue and there are no codes. Purchased a thermal imaging camera: 97.8 dash vents, 55.1 at knees and 80 degrees at feet (driver's side). This is not a situation where the heating system is just trying to bring the cab up to temperature as this occurs when the truck has already been on the road for over an hour at a comfortable temperature and then it just erratically starts spewing out unbearable temperatures. I have thermal imaging pictures as high as 153 degrees Fahrenheit while the set temperature is 70. Something definitely wrong. I am submitting this complaint as I am tired of turning the truck in for repairs. Maybe if enough people say something, Ford will do something.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640927February 5, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that at cold start-ups, there was a rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed and repaired. The local dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the failure was caused by the cam phasers. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 175,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640984February 5, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Experienced a rapid, dangerous downshift on the highway that took me from 70 mph to 50 mph. After that, the truck shifts roughly into gears 1-7 then hesitates into gears 8-10. Additionally, trucks downshifts cause passengers to lunge forward at random times as it skips and slips in and out of all gears. I took the vehicle to my local Ford dealer immediately and was told i need to spend $10,000 on a new transmission. After researching, this is a KNOWN issue with this year and model of truck. It is grounds for a recall and I see there are a few already in process along with a class action lawsuit. Please help! I am without a working vehicle and have young children.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640586February 4, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 40-45 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the contact was driving on a snowy road surface. The contact stated that several warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle slid across the road. The contact was able to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was turned off and restarted, and the vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact's minor child was an occupant in the vehicle at the time of the failure. The dealer was made aware of the failure and the contact was notified of a recall for the failure however, the recall had expired. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640615February 4, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for regular service, the contact was made aware of a failure with the variable camshaft timing. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was repaired. 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 87,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640650February 4, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormally loud rattling sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with defective cam phasers and the cam phasers were replaced under warranty. The contact stated that almost two years later, the contact stated that the failure reoccurred. The dealer was informed about the failure and the contact was informed that the warranty had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640694February 4, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated while his son was driving 70 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The contact was unsure whether there was a warning light illuminated. The driver was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle returned to normal functionality. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed; however, transmission fluid was added. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but denied assistance in covering the cost of the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640368February 3, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The rearview camera is and impossible to see when the sun hits it or after dark During the day it is blurry half way up. Been cleaned over and over and makes no difference. Dealer says this is the way it is. I have and own several fords with no issues like this.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640386February 3, 2025
SEAT BELTS
The contact owns a 2001 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 01V227001 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front passenger’s seat belt loosened independently, and the front driver’s side seat belt occasionally loosened independently. The local dealer informed the contact that parts for recall repairs were not on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 242,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640393February 3, 2025
POWER TRAIN
2020 Ford F150 83,000 miles Automatic Transmission 10R80 loses power driving while shifting at multiple different speeds. Causes vehicle transmission to disengage while driving on the freeway and over rev engine. Sometime vehicle will not engage from full stop or slow start. Causes extreme jerking when finally engaging transmission. Vehicle gave me whiplash upon engaging. Cannot rely on transmission operation in any traffic condition.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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