Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11582669April 12, 2024
STRUCTURE, POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, a grinding and loud humming sound was coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with rear-end failure. The rear-end including the rear differential was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer where it was diagnosed with the same failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582719April 12, 2024
POWER TRAIN
The transmission went out after only having the truck 1 year. Hard shifting, sluggish shifting and now it’s gone from what the dealership said. It’s the Eco boost V6 with the 10 speed transmission 10R80. I see lawsuits but no recalls from Ford. Couldn’t get up a small hill. The truck is still in the shop
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582685April 12, 2024
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to decelerate. The contact shifted into neutral, and the brake pedal responded as needed. The contact merged to the side of the road. A local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 18,060.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582560April 12, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Transmission has failed/malfunctioned resulting in two separate inspections/repairs by Ford of West Covina, CA. First inspection on [XXX] and mileage in at 8,954. Complaint of harsh downshift in transmission. Service involved the teardown of the transmission found E clutches burnt. Found excessive clutch material in the main control body valves and scored sticking unable to return freely. Performed overhaul. Replaced E clutches and seals. Replaced main control body. Installed new solenoid strategy. Post road test vehicle OK, however the mileage out of shop was 8,952 on [XXX]. Second inspection on [XXX] and mileage in at 11011. Complaint of clunking noise heard when shifting and going into gear. Service found leaking hydraulic circuit. Teardown found CDF cylinder bushings scored and HUB scored rings torn. Found main control body valves scored sticking unable to return freely Performed overhaul replaced seals. Replaced CDF cylinder and HUB. Replaced main control body. Installed new solenoid strategy. Post road test vehicle OK. Mileage out of shop was 11020 on [XXX]. Two days after this service, transmission made very loud clunk and jerking movement when going into gear and continues to have harsh downshift, clunking noises, and jerking movement when going into gear causing the vehicle to jump forward when braking. This action is putting others at risk of injury/death in the event the transmission fails and is unable to change gear. No warning lamps messages or have appeared. Problems first started to appear within the first six months of purchase date [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582390April 11, 2024
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2022 Carry-On Trailer hitched on a 2024 Ford F1-150. The contact stated that while taking a vehicle off of the trailer, the contact noticed that the tread on both the front and rear passenger's side tires on the trailer were excessively worn. The trailer was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with improperly installed brackets that hold the axle onto the trailer. The trailer was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The trailer tire failure mileage was approximately 4,032.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582402April 11, 2024
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer for brake service and the dealer informed the contact that all 4 lug nuts were swollen and needed to be replaced. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the lug nuts and brake pads needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582405April 11, 2024
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the transmission hesitated while shifting gears. The contact stated that when the gear changed, the vehicle would jerk. The contact replaced the control sensor however, the failure recurred. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 245,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582411April 11, 2024
ENGINE
The vehicle will hesitate once it comes to a stop after several hesitations it would just shut down you have to keep restarting it, the restart get harder and harder.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582412April 11, 2024
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and would not accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. During the failure the speedometer and odometer failed was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who determined that the leadframe was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed that the vehicle did not qualify for the manufacturer's extended coverage to address the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582422April 11, 2024
POWER TRAIN
I was driving at 60 mile per hour in 6th gear (automatic transmission) when truck suddenly and without warning shifted into 1st gear, causing me to nearly lose control and revved the engine to a very high rpm. 2012 and 2013 models are under a recall for this. I spent $4975.71 on repairs including a rental car, mostly related to this incident.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582443April 11, 2024
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The contact owned a 1996 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V017000 (Vehicle Speed Control). The contact stated that while parked in the driveway, she observed fire between the finder and the hood. The heat from the fire rippled the front of the garage causing property damage. The vehicle was not diagnosed and the origin of the fire was not determined. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. The vehicle was towed to an unknown impound lot. It was unknown if a police report or fire department report was filed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582449April 11, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were 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 Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03. 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 75,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582468April 11, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A) Phone will no longer connect to vehicle - California is a hands-free state. B) Intermittent screen black-outs so back-up camera not functioning during these times. C) Locks on left rear door will intermittingly not disengage requiring rear-seated passengers to exit out other side or exit through front seats. Dealer stated APIM needed replacement after assessing a $265.00 labor charge. Cost to replace is in excess of $1100.00 (pre-tax).
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582469April 11, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
On numerous occasions all of the vehicles electronics, including screens, would shut off. Sometimes this happens while driving at highway speeds causing the vehicle to lose all power. When approaching the car to unlock there is often no power to access the vehicle, which requires manually unlocking the vehicle with the key, opening the hood, then touching metal to the battery terminal to reset the electronics. The vehicle has lost power in the middle of intersections, on the highway, and in parking lots. There are times when the car signals a fault with several of the ADAS features. When this happens it’s usually probable that once the vehicle is shut off, I won’t be able to get it started again without touching metal to the battery terminal. I have started to document the failures through video to show to the technicians just in case the OBD doesn’t match what I describe. The date I’m including is the most recent occurrence but does not reflect the many occurrences since purchasing the vehicle last spring.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582060April 10, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
MY REAR WINDOW SHATTERED OUT. i WASNT EVEN DRIVING IT. i DONT KNOW WHAT HAPPENED
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582064April 10, 2024
STEERING
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the message "Service Power Steering Now" activated, and the power steering malfunctioned, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to turn in either direction. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 139,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582133April 10, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake line fractured, and the brakes failed to operate as designed. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact who is an independent mechanic, diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the brake line had fractured, and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and advised the contact to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582143April 10, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR
The radio and backup camera screen flickers continuously.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582145April 10, 2024
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was a rattling noise coming from the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the noise faded away after driving for several minutes. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact diagnosed the failure himself and stated that the rattling noise was coming from the cam phaser. The contact stated that the cam phaser needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA ID Number: 10209366/ Manufacturer TSB Number: 21N03-S4: (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to obtain more information on the Consumer Satisfaction Program. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11582174April 10, 2024
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated. The contact stated that oil was released from the transmission cooler and the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact noticed a knocking sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who retrieved DTC: P2703. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 59,100.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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