Ford F-150 Complaints

39,812 consumer complaints on file.

#11737751May 14, 2026
STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The passenger door lock/latch actuator is failing. The passenger door will not open from the outside at all. The door has to be opened from the inside. The power lock button and key fob do not unlock the passenger door. I can hear the lock/actuator trying to operate, but the door does not unlock or release from the outside handle. This issue started shortly after we had a historic/unusual cold freeze in Florida. The vehicle is kept outside, so it was exposed to the freezing temperatures. This creates a safety and security concern because the passenger door cannot be opened from the outside in an emergency, and the power lock system does not work properly. The issue has not yet been inspected by a dealer or independent repair shop. No warning lights or messages appeared before the failure. The component is still installed on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737541May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted with the power train warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be rebuilt. The vehicle was repaired. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part required for the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired under the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 193,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737543May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Slams in reverse and when shifting in some gears with the 10-speed transmission. The CDF drum is a major issue with the 2018 Ford F150 due to the design defect in the drum. Ford recalled some trucks for the drum issue, but my vin # shows no recall. This is a major expense issue due to Ford's design, and I feel should be a recall issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737561May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150 The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted with multiple lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737565May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN
17 Ford F150 10 R 80 transmission has been a problem since the day I purchased the vehicle in 2022. Ford dealerships across the country have known this has been an issue and our neglecting to recall the transmission. Ford continues to deny any problems with the transmission after a revised CDF drum in 2025 and 2026, but the problem still occurs.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737582May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The transmission downshifted at about 65-70 mph and after it stopped it wouldn't start or move. towed to Beach Ford and was quote $1700+ to fix.. Was told pan was pulled and they said "large chunks of metal were found". {Not surprising after downshifting at 65+mph...} Than I was quoted $7500+ for an Jasper aftermarket rebuild transition and i would suppose it still has the potential for lockup, especially if ford cant fix the problem until mid July!!! I think lives are at risk, the downshift is a very violent experience and total loss of control is very possible especially in wet or snowy conditions... I'm open to suggestions for additional contact information IE: Sen or congressmen ...Thank You
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737583May 13, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Exhaust manifold bolt broke cause extra heat coming from that broken bolt cause the crank shaft position sensor wires to melt cause the vehicle to stall while driving down the road and it not to restart just cranks and throws the code for crank shaft position sensor
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737586May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train). The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, jumped to different gears inadvertently and did not accelerate past 50 MPH. The contact stated that on one occasion during the failure the power train warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 174,500.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737636May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN
While driving at highway speed in 6th gear, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted into what appeared to be 1st gear without warning. Immediately afterward, the vehicle falsely indicated that it was in Reverse while still moving forward, and the backup camera activated during travel. The sudden downshift caused abrupt deceleration and created a significant safety concern due to the risk of loss of vehicle control and the possibility of being rear-ended by surrounding traffic. The issue has occurred multiple times and temporarily reset after shutting the vehicle off and restarting it. During the most recent incident, the vehicle also experienced a delayed restart. The vehicle was inspected by a Ford dealership, which retrieved diagnostic trouble codes P0706, P0707, and P1702 related to the transmission range sensor system. The dealership diagnosed failure of the molded leadframe/internal harness in the transmission main control, causing transmission range sensor faults and erratic shifting behavior. The dealership advised that the repair would cost approximately $4,000 and stated that the repair is not currently covered under the active Ford transmission recall. Prior to the failure, symptoms included intermittent erratic shifting behavior and false gear indication. No collision occurred, but the vehicle behavior created an unsafe driving condition at highway speeds. The failed component should be available for inspection through the servicing Ford dealership.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737685May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1.unexpected downshift into second gear while driving - like the engine is falling - causes severe jerk and sometimes truck revs/ goes into neutral - just revs. 2. frozen tailgate latches and door latch defects 3. additionally the transmission harsh shifting when cold (safety/drivability defect): When the vehicle is cold, the 10‑speed transmission shifts harshly, hesitates, clunks, and delays engagement. This matches Ford’s transmission TSBs for calibration and adaptive learning issues. The dealership acknowledged the shifting issue but did not perform the required calibration or TSB procedures. The dealership refuses to document my reported symptoms or perform the TSB repairs unless the failure is happening in front of them. This prevents known defects from being repaired and leaves the vehicle in an unsafe condition. Ford Customer Service confirmed the shifting issue exists but the dealership still did not perform the calibration. ford corp customer service didnt understand and manager didn’t even know what a tsb is:/ so no help at corporate. as chuck the manager stated he didn’t know what document i was referring to and i told him the number as well ? I contacted Ford Customer Service and a case was opened. A customer service manager named Chuck returned my call. He stated that the TSB is “not a warranty” and that the dealership “has to duplicate the condition” before Ford will authorize the repair. I explained that the tailgate freezing issue cannot be duplicated on demand because it only occurs in cold overnight temperatures, not during daytime service hours. Despite this, Ford insisted the dealer must reproduce the failure, even though Ford’s own TSBs describe this exact cold‑weather condition.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11737722May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Between 35 -45 mph transmission seems confused on shifting, sounds like sensor or fluid control issue, also mild periodic vibrations 1-2 sec at random times Also 12v to 120 v transformer constantly faults even when low amp device is connected. Both have been previously reported this to service dept but issue seems to be ignored...
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737648May 13, 2026
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This is a continuation/escalation of NHTSA complaint 11689917. My 2021 Ford F-150 has experienced repeated fuel-system/electrical fuel-pump failures. The vehicle previously stalled and later cranked but would not start, returning code P0627 “Fuel Pump A Control Circuit / Open.” The in-tank fuel pump was replaced at owner expense for approximately $1,400 at an independent service center in September of 2025, but the repair did not permanently resolve the issue. The vehicle has now again lost fuel pressure/propulsion while traveling approximately 50 mph on a two-lane highway in a similar manner to prior failures. I was able to get the vehicle off the roadway, and it required towing back to my residence. This is approximately the fourth or fifth fuel-related failure, including stalls at low speed and non-start conditions related to fuel in parking lots. The symptoms appear consistent with Ford/NHTSA recall 25V455 / Ford recall 25S75, but my VIN was not included in the affected group. I am concerned that the recall population may be too narrow or that the remedy does not address the full defect pattern.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737490May 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN
My 2021 Ford F-150 with the 10-speed transmission has started shifting very hard and making grinding noises while accelerating. The truck will sometimes hesitate between gears and then slam into gear unexpectedly. I have also experienced sudden hard downshifts while driving at normal speeds. The issue seems to be getting worse over time. The grinding noise and harsh shifting are most noticeable during acceleration, but the transmission also feels rough during normal driving. At times it feels like the transmission is slipping before catching again. This creates a safety concern because the truck can unexpectedly jerk, hesitate, or downshift hard in traffic and at highway speeds. I have seen many similar complaints online involving the Ford 10R80 transmission, including issues related to harsh shifting and internal transmission problems. Ford has also issued technical service bulletins related to this transmission. No warning lights consistently appeared before the issue started. The problem has happened multiple times and can be reproduced during regular driving. The vehicle has not yet been fully repaired or diagnosed at the time of this report. The transmission and vehicle are available for inspection upon request.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737367May 12, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a Ford F-150 and received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train). The contact stated that on several occasions while driving, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted, causing the rear tires of the truck to slide. The contact stated that the powertrain warning light illuminated when the failure occurred, but when the vehicle was turned off, the warning light turned off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer has exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737387May 12, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission independently downshifted. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The power train failure warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, however the diagnostic testing was not completed. The contact received a recall notification, NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train) however the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 214,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737399May 12, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, the transmission independently downshifted. The engine and the power train warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact later received a recall notification, NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train) however the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 147,786.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737414May 12, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The RPM's increased. The contact noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood on the passenger side. The contact noticed an unusual odor in the interior of the vehicle. In addition, the contact noticed an abnormal sound and the power train warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact received a recall notification, NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train) however the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737425May 12, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
* This complaint concerns a catastrophic failure of the transmission in my vehicle. This defect was first reported to a Ford dealer while still within the 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty (Jan 3, 2023, at 58,679 miles; Invoice #XXX). * The condition worsened. Between July 2024 - Jan. 2026, I received 7 digital "Service Engine Soon" warnings via the Ford App. My dealer advised that the vehicle was "OK to drive" as long as the light (which never stayed on) was not flashing. I was told diagnostics could not be made unless the light was active at the dealership. Jan 16, 2026, the light came on; I was able to take the truck to the dealer. A fault code was finally captured, but the dealer reported a two-month service backlog. I could not wait that long. *Feb 2026, I established a clean engine baseline. I spent $833.15 to replace O2 sensors (EJ’s Automotive) to rule out engine−related performance issues. During this service (at 103,431 miles), an inspection confirmed metallic clutch material contamination in the transmission fluid only 10,248 miles after a 2nd professional flush. This failure occurred despite a total maintenance investment of $11,533.80 across 21 service visits. * This failure resulted in a dangerous Loss of Motive Power, creating a collision risk. The vehicle is currently grounded and completely inoperable. The dealership verbally designated the vehicle as VOR due to the confirmed diagnosis, only to contradict that status by claiming it was "driveable" after I declined a $15,000 quote for a teardown to diagnose the issue. * Since the truck can no longer tow, 2 third-party transports for a horse and a trailer relocation are necessary. The failure has also resulted in a total parasitic battery drain. The tailgate latch and door locks are inoperable, suggesting the transmission fault is interfering with module communication. This is consistent with the root cause Ford has acknowledged in TSBs 24-2101 and 25-2126 involving the CDF clutch drum sleeve. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737459May 12, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My 2018 ford f150 rear back up camera is out and shows a blue screen. Other models around my year has had a recalls for it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737481May 12, 2026
POWER TRAIN
About 6 months ago, while driving my kids to school, the transmission aggressively downshifted causing the truck to skid momentarily. This occurred on the highway so the transmission was most likely in 6th gear. The event was so abrupt, it felt like it either switched into Park or 1st gear and felt like we hit something. A wrench icon appeared and the fan was abnormally loud so I pulled over and turned the truck off to see if there was any damage which there wasn't any. The truck wouldn't start so we were stuck on the side of a busy highway during morning rush hour traffic. When it finally started about 2 1/5 hours later, I hooked up a code reader which indicated codes P0706 and P0707. Ever since, this condition occurs after the truck's been driving for about 5-10 mins without exception. The truck seems to stay in the current gear that was engaged at the time that the wrench icon appears. So if the truck is a stop and the issue occurs, it'll be stuck in 1st and run at high rpm. If it happens when the gear is in 5th or 6th and you then come to a stop, it makes pulling out in traffic dangerous due to the lag while getting the truck up to speed. I've been out of work and couldn't spare the $1200 repair cost. I've had to avoid highways and speeds above 30 mph in fear of crashing or damaging the transmission. Even at low speeds, transmissions shifts are hard and abrupt so I'm concerned that there's transmission damage. There's a burning belt smell in the cabin so I'm also concerned that's there's advanced belt wear damage due to the high fan condition caused by this. I have to leave the truck running if I have to go anywhere since it won't restart for approx 2 1/2 hours after I turn the truck off. Other symptoms noticed while driving: the gear indicator below the speedometer glitches. It'll change to other gears on the indicator while not actually changing physical gears. The gear indicators will disappear then reappear randomly.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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