Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11611550August 29, 2024
AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
I’ve had 11 times back at the dealer to fix my airbag, pre-collision and battery. Ford can’t figure out the solution and keeps throwing parts at it. Already replaced my computer, computers, my wiring, harnesses, my charge port, my wiring harness for the charge port, my seat cushion for the airbags. Ford no longer knows how to fix the problem And is leaving the truck in the backyard for over six weeks now. I’m seeing multiple people having the same problem and Ford doesn’t know how to fix the problem even though they’ve reset my modules and replace them. Ford hotline doesn’t know how to solve the problem either so they’re just resetting The code and telling customers to get back in their vehicle. I found out that Ford wanted me to drive my truck for a month with a code reader with no airbags, hoping that they could find the problem but I told them no and when I said that they said I’ve already been driving it for months even though they never fix the problem Not knowing if I had airbags. Ford is willingly putting people in vehicles with no airbags, hoping the problem is fixed, but they don’t know what’s causing the problem and I’m not the only person I know five other people with the same problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611559August 29, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon a cold start of the vehicle, an abnormal rattling sound would emit from the engine without warning. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that the failure was likely related to the cam phasers. The contact notified the dealer of the failure, and an appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test to be performed. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611577August 29, 2024
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on three occasions while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle downshifted inadvertently and he observed a loud noise emanating from the front undercarriage and the vehicle jolted forward. The power train warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission conductor needed to be replaced and code: P0722 populated on the diagnostic machine. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact believes that the failure was associated with Manufacturer Recall: 19n01. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611584August 29, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact's partner owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, an abnormal rattling sound was coming from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed with cam phaser failure. The contact was informed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced and was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611587August 29, 2024
TRAILER HITCHES
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the message trailer brake module fault was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the turn signals were blinking quickly. The dealer had been contacted to schedule an appointment, but the vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The contact found information regarding SSM: 52279/NHTSA ID Number: 10250833 (Trailer Hitches, Unknown or Other). The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall or in the SSM. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to file a safety complaint. The failure mileage was 4,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611610August 29, 2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Pressurized fuel line routed over the fuel tank started leaking. It is being repaired now. The shop doing the repair claims this is the third one this year. Fuel squirts out under the bed of the truck. I have a video of how it looks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611631August 29, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while cold starting the vehicle, the vehicle was idling roughly, and the entire vehicle was vibrating. The contact was not aware of any warning lights being illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred two more times and the dealer replaced the cam phasers. The contact stated that the failure had reoccurred but was advised by the dealer that the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03 Cam Phaser replacement (Engine and Engine Cooling). The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611703August 29, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
The truck was parked overnight and operating normal. I started it up the next day and the brake pedal went straight to the floor. It's leaking brake fluid all over from the front passenger brake hose. The dealership says it is not under recall or fixable by warranty. This could have been extremely dangerous on a highway or while towing. This vehicle has just over 61k miles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611340August 28, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that there was oil underneath the front end of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was oil leaking from the seal on the oil pan. The contact was informed that the oil pan needed to be replaced and the front seal needed to be resealed. The contact related the failure to TSB: 24-2098, NHTSA ID Number: 10252672 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and it was confirmed that the VIN was not included in the TSB. The manufacturer had referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611376August 28, 2024
POWER TRAIN, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
While driving at approximately 35 mph, the blind spot warning and rear traffic warning system indicated that there was a failure to the system. I parked the truck and then tried to restart the vehicle. The truck would not start. When it was diagnosed at the dealer, they found a faulty lead frame in the transmission. This part was then replaced. I have checked with Ford and my vehicle is NOT being recalled at this time. I have seen other recalls involving lead frame in other fords that have the same transmission as mine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611417August 28, 2024
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 62 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with lead frame, solenoids B and E, and wiring packet failures. The contact was informed that the lead frame, solenoids B and E, and the wiring packet needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that the failure started after the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that the vehicle has been taken to the dealer seven times since the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. The contact was almost involved in two crashes due to the failure. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken to the dealer over the past two months, the contact was advised that she could continue driving the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611428August 28, 2024
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sanderson Ford in Glendale has no ETA for the defect leadframe in my car. Right now I cant drive my car anymore because the check engine light came on with P0720 - speed sensor error code. When I entered the highway, my truck suddenly shifted from 3rd to 5th so I could not accelerate in a very busy intersection. This because the speed sensor failed. Sanderson Ford does not offer service soon because they dont have an eta for the leadframe. or a loaner vehicle until it can be fixed. What do I do now?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611489August 28, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Started having rough shifting from 1st to second at 99k miles. Quickly progressed to 3-4-5 gears shifts. Finally couldn’t drive the truck in auto because it was having trouble finding/shifting into gears up to 60mph. I had two instances when driving in 8th gear around 55mph and the transmission randomly shifted to second. Caused the vehicle to lurch violently and over-rev the engine. I had several other instances when traveling above 60mph in 10th gear and the gear indicator flashed between 10th and first gear. Thankfully it didn’t actually downshift. Tried taking it to a dealership near me but they were backed up two months on transmission work. I wound up taking it to a local shop and they rebuilt the transmission. They found the typical c-d-f drum bushing failure that is common in the 10r80 transmissions.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611326August 28, 2024
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, the moon roof button was depressed, but the moon roof had jammed. The contact stated that the driver's side of the moon roof was slightly opened. The vehicle was taken to a body shop where it was determined that the moon roof unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 59,400.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611335August 28, 2024
STRUCTURE, TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal sound and became aware that the spare tire had almost struck another vehicle that was following behind. The vehicle was steered over to the side of the road and inspected. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle he observed that an unknown steel cable underneath the vehicle holding up the spare tire was corroded and had snapped. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611491August 28, 2024
POWER TRAIN
WHITSTLING NOISE COMING FROM TRANSMISSION. NOISE BECOMES LOUDER WHEN TRANSMISSION IS WARM. NOTICED ON DAY OF PURCHASE AFTER DRIVING HOME. HAVE BROUGHT TO DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES FOR ISSUE. NOISE PROGRESSIVELY GETTING WORSE/ LOUDER WITH MILEAGE IN ADDITION TO ABOVE. VEHICLE IS ALSO SHIFTING HARD IN LOWER GEARS WHEN DOWNSHIFTING. VEHICLE IS ALSO HAVING ISSUE WITH TRAILER CONNECTION/ BREAK SYSTEM. CAN PROVIDE VIDEOS OF ISSUES UPON REQUEST.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611306August 28, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS
It happened several times already. My F150 Tremor randomly has extremely loud electrical sound POP through the speakers followed by the loud static, no matter I listen to radio or connect to android studio. It's super dangerous to hear this while driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611062August 27, 2024
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, POWER TRAIN, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
This truck is shutting off, especially when I reach a stop and sometimes become hard to start. I take it three times for recall and they refuse to fix the problem. They also charge me and I am at wrist with this vehicle I did because accidental or death and damage properties. I need an immediate solution because it did last had running me around telling me lies. I cannot drive my vehicle and I cannot pass inspection because of this situation. Let me know what I need to do from here .thank you
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611083August 27, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Truck keeps slipping in and out of gear. Will go from 10 speed to 1 and slip. Transmission slips and changes gears. Slips in all gears, hard shifting. was a recall before with this year and transmission and VIN does not show a recall now.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611086August 27, 2024
POWER TRAIN
The truck is a 10-speed and the 10 gears are displayed on the dash. While driving down the road, the gears start to disappear. Once it gets to the gear you are in, it will force a hard downshift. It will continue to force a downshift into first gear and the truck stops with hard engine breaking. The first time (6/26/2024), I was almost rear ended. If you put the truck into neutral, all gears reappear and you can start to drive again without any indication of transmission issues until the gears start to disappear. Ford dealership has attempted to fix multiple times, but continues to happen. If not expecting, is very sudden and can cause rear-end collision or loss of control. I have a detailed record of the incidents (date, speed, mileage, etc.) as well as multiple videos demonstrating the issue. Not able to upload videos.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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