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Ford F-150 — the used buyer's guide

Every generation: what ownership is like, what breaks at what mileage, what repairs cost, and what to check before you buy.

The F-150 is the truck most used-truck shoppers start with, and 'which years' is the question every search turns up. The answers conflict: some lists name 2004-2006, others name 2010, 2013 or 2015-2018. That conflict is the clue: the problems depend on the engine and the generation, not just the year.

Three repairs come up again and again. The 5.4L three-valve V8's spark plugs can break off in the head (Gen 11). The 3.5L EcoBoost V6's timing chain and cam phasers can run into the thousands. The 10-speed automatic that arrived in 2017 has had shift complaints and bulletins. Each is priced below with sources.

This page walks each generation: what breaks at what mileage, what the repair costs, what to check when you're standing in front of one. We also show our own numbers (NHTSA complaints per catalog listing and how often ads mention a problem), always with the denominators.

The generations

problems cluster by generation, not by badge — know which one you're looking at

Gen 101997–2003
Gen 112004–2008
Gen 122009–2014
Gen 132015–2020
Gen 142021–2026

1997–2003

Gen 10

Gen 10 and Gen 11 together run 1997-2008 (Sturgis Ford). Gen 11 arrives in 2004 on a new platform with a fully boxed frame (CarBuzz); Gen 10 trucks are the ones before that.

NHTSA complaints per catalog listing fall steeply across this generation, from 34.8 for 1997 (2,991 complaints across 86 listings) to 2.3 for 2003 (464 across 198). The generation median is 11.8. 1997 sits at 2.9 times that median, but only 7 of 56 enriched ads (12.5%) mention a problem against a 23.6% generation median, so our rule does not flag it. The one engine pattern with sources behind it is the two-valve plug thread problem, below.

What happens at what mileage

Miles	Item	Cost	Notes
Not verified	Spark plug blowout on the 2V 4.6L/5.4L V8 (plug ejects from the aluminum head)	A forum poster reports $450 to fix one bad plug thread; a do-it-yourself thread-insert kit is about $250 (video). No shop price list for a blown-out plug found.	The repair people describe is a steel thread insert (Time-Sert or Cal-Van style kits) installed on the truck, without pulling the head or intake manifold (Bryan's Garage). Before buying, ask whether any plug has ever been replaced and by whom, and look for a plug that sits crooked or shows oil or soot around the well.
any	Fuel tank mounting recall (11V385000, 1997-2003 F-150 plus 2004 Heritage)	Free at a Ford dealer when the recall is open	The recall concerns how the fuel tank is mounted. Check by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls that it was done, especially on a truck that spent winters in a salt-belt state.
any	Speed-control deactivation switch recalls (05V017000, 07V078000)	Free at a Ford dealer when open	NHTSA says the switch may overheat; 05V017000 also describes smoke or burning. Confirm both by VIN.

Buying one — check these

Ask about every spark plug replacement. Look at the plug wells for oil, soot or a crooked plug.
Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls: fuel tank mounting (11V385000) and the speed-control switch recalls.
Look at the frame, rocker panels and cab corners for rust, and under the bed at the fuel tank straps.
Ask for maintenance records; at this age a stack of receipts says more than the odometer.

Gen 10 trucks in our catalog clear around $3,200-5,500 depending on year (685 cleared sales, 1998-2003 model years). We have no 1997 clearing figure, and the year-to-year spread is not a straight line, so read each year on its own row.

Full Gen 10 guide →

2004–2008

Gen 11

Launched in 2003 as a 2004 model with a new platform and fully boxed frame (CarBuzz). The 5.4L 3V engine uses a two-piece spark plug on 2004-2008 trucks (Dwells Automotive).

Several 'years to avoid' lists in our search study point at 2004-2006. We don't tell you to skip a year; we flag by a fixed rule, and 2004 meets it (details under 'Years flagged'). Owners' reports concentrate on the 5.4L 3V's spark plugs, which can break off in the head during removal, and on 2004 visibility, power-train and engine complaints. Ford's own interval for those plugs is 100K miles, and the same source suggests pulling them near 80K, because the odds of a snapped plug rise past 100K.

What happens at what mileage

Miles	Item	Cost	Notes
Ford interval 100K; the source suggests pulling at about 80K (odds of breakage rise past 100K)	5.4L 3V spark plugs: two-piece plugs that snap or seize on removal	$300-$500 best case; $800-$1,000 with 1-2 broken plugs; $1,200-$1,500+ with 4 or more (Dwells). RepairPal's standard-job estimate is $299-$391; one 2010 JustAnswer thread says $150-$1,000 depending on breakage, and a CarTalk service manager says up to $1,000.	RepairPal members have filed 50 reports under 'spark plugs may be difficult to remove' for the F-150. CoPilot also places the plug problem at about 100K miles. The cost depends on how many plugs break, so ask whether the plugs were ever changed and whether a specialist did it.
Not verified	5.4L 3V timing chain, tensioners and cam phasers	A forum quote of $2,500 on a 2004 truck; timing kit parts alone run $400-$800 (Timing Chain Replacement Cost).	Listen for a cold-start rattle or a ticking from the front of the engine. Treat the $2,500 as one owner's quote, not a price list.
age-driven	2004 truck: windshield, wiper and defroster complaints	Not verified - no source priced a repair	CarComplaints lists windows/windshield, engine and transmission as the worst-reported areas for 2004; NHTSA's top three categories for that year are visibility (wiper/washer and defroster items), power train and engine. Check wipers, washers, defroster and window operation on the test drive.
any	Recalls: airbag clockspring wire (11V107000, 2004-2006) and brake vacuum hose (08V208000, 2005-2006 5.4L 3V)	Free at a Ford dealer when open	11V107000: the clockspring jumper wire can chafe against the driver-side airbag lower horn plate, creating a short-circuit risk. 08V208000: the brake booster vacuum hose on 5.4L 3V trucks may swell and lose retention force at the intake manifold fitting (605,684 vehicles). Confirm both by VIN.

Buying one — check these

5.4L 3V: ask for the spark plug history. At or past 100K miles with the original plugs, budget the $800-$1,500+ end of the range.
Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls: airbag clockspring (11V107000) and brake vacuum hose (08V208000).
Test wipers, washers, defroster and power windows, especially on a 2004.
Cold start: listen for a rattle at the front of the engine.

Years flagged

A year is flagged by our rule only when all three hold: (1) its NHTSA complaints per catalog listing is at least 2.0x the median for its generation, (2) the share of ads that mention a problem is above the generation median, and (3) we track at least 30 listings for that year. The cutoff was fixed before we looked. Ad mentions are not failures, and a flag is a reason to inspect harder, not a verdict on any one car.

2004 — flagged by our rule: NHTSA complaints are more than twice the generation norm, and ads mention a problem more often than the generation median, including with the 'rust' flaw left out of the ad count. Inspect the visibility systems, engine and drivetrain, and confirm the recall work was done. complaints 7.57 complaints per listing (2,036 NHTSA complaints / 269 listings) vs generation norm 1.65 (Gen 11 median) · ad mentions 28 of 184 enriched ads = 15.2% (Gen 11 median 9.6%) with the 'rust' flaw excluded; counting rust, 72 of 184 = 39.1% (median 24.7%) · n=269

Gen 11 trucks in our catalog clear around $4,997-5,999 depending on year (1,261 cleared sales, 2004-2008 model years). The lowest yearly median is 2004 and the highest is 2008.

Full Gen 11 guide →

2009–2014

Gen 12

Introduced for the 2009 model year (Wikipedia, f150compare). The twelfth generation brought EcoBoost (Fordmotorcity).

Two engine stories. On a 5.4L 3V truck the spark plug question from Gen 11 applies. On a 3.5L EcoBoost, the timing chain is the one to ask about: P0016 codes and a cold-start rattle show up in the 2011-2014 trucks. Owners also report a shift quirk (a buck or jerk at steady cruise in 6th) that Ford addressed with a software bulletin. Our rule flags no year in this generation: 2011 comes close on the first test and fails the second (see 'Years flagged').

What happens at what mileage

Miles	Item	Cost	Notes
often 70K-100K miles (Go-Parts); wear window 100K-150K (au7o)	3.5L EcoBoost timing chain stretch (P0016 code, cold-start rattle)	$2,000-$4,000+ for the chain job (Go-Parts); $2,000-$3,500+ (Go-Parts, 2011-2017 sensor page); a 2025 forum post cites $3,800 for the final cam phaser update including a full timing set.	Applies to 2011-2014 trucks with the 3.5L EcoBoost, built on or before 10/10/2014 per Ford's bulletins (Driver Adviser; TruckGuider cites TSB 17-0026, primary chain kit, 8.9 labor hours). One owner complaint on file (NHTSA ODI #11203984): a 2014 F-150 set P0016 at 92,000 miles. A cheaper cause exists on some trucks: Go-Parts prices a bad cam sensor at $30-70 against the chain job, so get the code diagnosed before approving the big repair.
Ford interval 100K; the source suggests pulling at about 80K	5.4L 3V spark plugs (trucks in this generation that still have the 5.4L)	$300-$500 best case; $800-$1,000 with 1-2 broken plugs; $1,200-$1,500+ with 4 or more (Dwells). One 2010 JustAnswer thread says $150-$1,000 depending on breakage.	Dwells' description of the two-piece plug refers to 2004-2008 trucks; we have not verified that 2009-2010 trucks use the same plug. Ask for the plug history either way.
any	3.5L EcoBoost buck or jerk at steady cruise in 6th gear (2011-2013)	Software update; labor price not verified	TSB 13-8-10 covers the 2011-2013 3.5L (Tomorrow's Technician). Ask whether the update was applied; feel for surging at 45-60 mph in top gear.
Not verified	Carbon buildup on the intake valves (first-generation 3.5L direct injection, 2010-2014)	Not verified - no source priced the cleaning	Lemon Law Experts says the carbon problem mainly affects the first-generation (2010-2014) 3.5L direct-injection engines.
any	Recalls: 6-speed downshift to first (19V075000, 2011-2013) and master cylinder seal (16V345000, 2013-2014 3.5L)	Free at a Ford dealer when open	19V075000: the transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear regardless of speed. 16V345000: the master cylinder rear cup seal may roll, causing brake fluid leakage from the primary reservoir into the brake booster (trucks built Aug 2013 to Aug 2014). Also 11V049000 (2009-2010 interior door handle spring). Confirm by VIN.

Buying one — check these

3.5L EcoBoost 2011-2014: listen for a cold-start rattle and ask whether the timing chain or phasers were replaced. If a P0016 code is the reason for a repair quote, ask for the cam sensor to be checked first.
5.4L trucks: ask for the spark plug history.
Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls: 19V075000 (2011-2013 6-speed), 16V345000 (2013-2014 3.5L brakes).
Check the frame and bed for rust, and the tow hitch for signs of heavy trailer use.

Gen 12 trucks in our catalog clear around $6,200-11,900 depending on year (2,574 cleared sales, 2009-2014 model years). The lowest yearly median is 2009, the highest is 2014; each year has its own row on this page.

Full Gen 12 guide →

2015–2020

Gen 13

Aluminum body from the 2015 model year (Sturgis Ford, Bellefourche Ford). 2015-2020 per f150compare and Wikipedia. The 10R80 10-speed automatic starts in 2017.

NHTSA complaints per catalog listing run from 0.68 (2020) to 2.54 (2015), against a generation median of 1.64, so no year gets near the 2.0x line. The pattern owners talk about is the 10-speed's harsh shifts from 2017, plus brake master cylinder recalls on the 3.5L trucks. Ad mentions run low across the middle years (3.5% to 4.7% of enriched ads for 2016-2019), and 2020 sits higher at 8.6% (51 of 593 ads). Ad mentions are not confirmed failures.

What happens at what mileage

Miles	Item	Cost	Notes
60K-100K miles on 2017-2020 trucks (Autos of Chicago)	3.5L EcoBoost cam phasers (rattle on cold start)	Phasers only $2,400-$2,750 at a specialist, $3,800-$4,500 at a dealer; full timing overhaul $2,850-$3,200 specialist, $4,600-$5,200+ dealer (Autos of Chicago). Empire Auto Protect puts a phaser replacement at $1,900-$3,200 (2026). Owner posts: $4,310 pretax customer-pay (2024); a $5,300 dealer quote on a 2017 at 116K miles (2023).	11-14 book hours for the job. Ford issued TSB 21-2119 and 22-2200 and customer satisfaction programs 21N03 and 21N08; these are not safety recalls. Check whether a program applied to the truck you're looking at and whether the work was done.
Not verified	10R80 10-speed automatic: harsh or erratic shifts (2017 and later)	Reflash 0.8-1.6 labor hours; remanufactured transmission $3,530-$5,158 before labor (ShopEarl). TSB 25-2126 (March 2025) addresses a clutch cylinder (Rohnert Park Transmission). Transmission Repair Cost mentions a solenoid pack and a class action.	The $3,530-$5,158 figure is the price of a remanufactured unit, the top of the range.Ask whether bulletins or reflashes were done, and feel for harsh 1-2 and 2-3 shifts on a cold drive.
any	Brake master cylinder leaks into the booster (several recall campaigns)	Free at a Ford dealer when the recall is open	Recall campaigns 20V332000 (2014-2017 3.5L), 22V150000 (2016-2018 3.5L) and 25V236000 (2017-2018 F-150) all describe brake fluid leaking from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster. Check by VIN that all of them are closed.
any	10-speed transmission recalls (17V671000, 18V213000) and 2017 cluster power loss (17V053000)	Free at a Ford dealer when open	17V671000: a shift linkage pin can come out, so the transmission may not respond to the shift lever. 18V213000: a roll pin may be missing, possibly causing loss of the Park function. 17V053000: the instrument cluster may lose power after cold starts on trucks with the eight-inch screen. Confirm by VIN.

Buying one — check these

3.5L EcoBoost: listen for a cold-start rattle and ask whether cam phaser work was done or a customer satisfaction program applied.
10-speed trucks: drive it cold and feel the 1-2 and 2-3 shifts. Ask for bulletin or reflash records.
Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the brake master cylinder campaigns and the 10-speed pin recalls.
Check the aluminum body for dents or poor repairs; ask about trailer use.

Gen 13 trucks in our catalog clear around $15,948-22,990 depending on year (3,459 cleared sales, 2015-2020 model years). The lowest yearly median is 2015, the highest is 2020.

Full Gen 13 guide →

2021–2026

Gen 14

Fourteenth generation, 2021 to the present (Sturgis Ford). The 10R80 10-speed automatic carries over from Gen 13 (2017 and later), and the 2.7L and 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engines appear in Ford's 2021-2022 recall record.

NHTSA complaints per catalog listing are 1.62 for 2021 (1,040 complaints across 643 listings) and 1.09 for 2022 (603 across 553), against a generation median of 1.35. We have no complaint rate for 2023 through 2026 because our NHTSA complaint data has no count for those years, so we cannot test those years against our rule. Ad mentions: 2021 stands out at 97 of 506 enriched ads (19.2%); 2022-2023 are near zero (3 of 458 and 5 of 454). Ad mentions are not failures, and 2021 does not meet the complaint-rate half of our rule (1.62 against 2.7, twice the median).

What happens at what mileage

Miles	Item	Cost	Notes
any	2.7L and 3.0L Nano EcoBoost: intake valves may break (24V635000, 2021-2022)	Free at a Ford dealer when the recall is open	Ford's recall says the engine intake valves may break while driving, which can cause engine failure and loss of drive power. It covers certain 2021-2022 F-150, Bronco, Edge, Explorer, Nautilus and Aviator vehicles with these engines. Check by VIN whether the truck is on the list and whether the work was done.
Not verified	10R80 10-speed automatic: shift software and parts (2017 and later, includes this generation)	Reflash 0.8-1.6 labor hours; remanufactured transmission $3,530-$5,158 before labor (ShopEarl); TSB 25-2126 (March 2025) clutch cylinder (Rohnert Park Transmission). A solenoid pack and a class action are mentioned by Transmission Repair Cost.	Recall 22V188000 (2021 trucks) covers a false low transmission fluid pressure code that could cause an unexpected shift into neutral. Ask whether bulletins and recalls were done.
any	Other recalls on 2021-2023 trucks	Free at a Ford dealer when open	23V509000 (2021-2023 single-exhaust trucks: the rear axle housing can contact the wiring harness and the electric parking brake can activate), 23V896000 (2021-2023 Trailer Tow Max Duty: axle hub bolt can break), 26V578000 (2023-2027: the fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak or detach), 25V344000 (2025: connecting rod and bearing defects can cause engine failure).
any	3.5L EcoBoost cup plugs in cylinder heads (25V198 / 24S70)	Free at a Ford dealer if your VIN is covered	The recall covers certain F-150, Expedition and Navigator vehicles with the 3.5L (CarTipsDaily). We did not verify the exact model years, so run the VIN.

Buying one — check these

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls: this generation has the most recall campaigns on this page.
2.7L or 3.0L 2021-2022: confirm the intake-valve recall (24V635000) is closed.
Ask for service records and any open-recall printout from the seller.
Check for aftermarket tuning or heavy trailer use, especially on Max Tow trucks.

Gen 14 trucks in our catalog clear around $25,980-63,063 depending on year (1,710 cleared sales, 2021-2026 model years). That range is wide because each model year is priced on its own row; the 2026 figure (84 clears) is a short history, so treat it as directional.

Full Gen 14 guide →

The wider family

Variant	Years	What it means for a buyer
F-150 Raptor	Not verified in our sources	Bob Moore Ford places the Raptor's release in the twelfth generation. Raptor-specific items are not priced separately on this page.

The receipts — complaint & mention data

the story above, validated by two independent sources: federal complaints (NHTSA) + what sellers mention in 10402 real ads from our catalog

What sellers mention in their own ads

Issue	Ads mentioning	Rate
rust	754/10402	7.2%
transmission	89/10402	0.9%
engine replaced	89/10402	0.9%
electrical	88/10402	0.8%
timing chain	44/10402	0.4%
ac failure	43/10402	0.4%
suspension	27/10402	0.3%
head gasket	14/10402	0.1%
brake actuator	11/10402	0.1%
oil consumption	7/10402	0.1%
egr	6/10402	0.1%

These are mentions, not confirmed failures — a seller writing "hybrid battery just replaced" and one writing "needs hybrid battery" both count. High rates mean the issue is common enough that sellers address it unprompted.

Federal complaints by model year (NHTSA)

complaint volume spikes show where problems cluster — higher bars, more owner pain

Year	Complaints	Top components
1995	721	Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control
1996	376	Electrical System, Fuel System, Gasoline, Vehicle Speed Control
1997	2,991	Engine And Engine Cooling, Tires, Structure
1998	1,457	Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine And Engine Cooling, Tires
1999	1,167	Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Gasoline,...
2000	1,215	Vehicle Speed Control, Electrical System, Engine And...
2001	1,347	Engine And Engine Cooling, Vehicle Speed Control,...
2002	957	Engine And Engine Cooling, Vehicle Speed Control,...
2003	464	Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train, Electrical System
2004	2,036	Visibility, Power Train, Engine And Engine Cooling
2005	1,121	Visibility, Air Bags, Engine And Engine Cooling
2006	589	Engine And Engine Cooling, Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Engine
2007	492	Engine, Tires, Power Train
2008	369	Steering, Engine, Power Train
2009	324	Vehicle Speed Control, Engine, Power Train
2010	843	Power Train, Visibility/wiper, Electrical System
2011	2,137	Power Train, Steering, Engine
2012	1,717	Power Train, Engine, Steering
2013	2,796	Power Train, Service Brakes, Engine
2014	1,362	Power Train, Service Brakes, Steering
2015	1,425	Service Brakes, Engine, Power Train
2016	1,686	Service Brakes, Power Train, Engine
2017	1,066	Power Train, Engine, Unknown Or Other
2018	1,835	Power Train, Engine, Structure
2019	953	Power Train, Engine, Unknown Or Other
2020	506	Power Train, Engine, Unknown Or Other
2021	1,040	Power Train, Exterior Lighting, Visibility
2022	603	Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Exterior Lighting

total: 33,595 complaints on file · source: NHTSA complaints database (api.nhtsa.gov)

Recalls (182 campaigns)

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Seat Belts:pretensioner 18V568000 · 31/08/2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as...

Seat Belts:front:retractor 00V348000 · 30/10/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: REGULAR CAB PICKUP TRUCKS. THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR MAY NOT FULLY RETRACT THE BELT.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control 15V614000 · 30/09/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured March 18, 2014, to August 6, 2015 and equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). While using the Adaptive Cruise...

Structure:body 10V659000 · 29/12/2010

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES. DURING A SIX-DAY PRODUCTION PERIOD, THE SUPPLIER OF THE BODY CONTROL MODULE MANUFACTURED MODULES THAT MAY...

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module 23V802000 · 29/11/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor...

Seats 17V767000 · 29/11/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 F-150 and Explorer vehicles. Loose power seat adjuster pivot bolts may cause the front seat cushions to detach and not properly restrain the seat occupant in the...

Equipment:other:labels 96V161000 · 29/08/1996

THE CERTIFICATION LABELS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES HAS INCORRECT REAR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE DESIGNATIONS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."

Back Over Prevention:display Function 26V489000 · 29/07/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by...

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting 11V385000 · 29/07/2011

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150, 2004 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150 HERITAGE, 1997 THROUGH 1999 MODEL YEAR F-250 LESS THAN 8,500 LBS. GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR), AND 2002 AND 2003...

Exterior Lighting 06E060000 · 29/06/2006

CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF...

Steering:gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) 21V407000 · 29/05/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The steering gear may have internal damage, which could result in difficulty steering, or the inability to rotate the steering wheel while driving.

Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual 00V396000 · 28/11/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE AFFECTED EXPEDITION/NAVIGATOR...

Seats:front Assembly:recliner 19V633000 · 28/08/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles...

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module 17V529000 · 28/08/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 and Mustang vehicles. The air bag inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may rupture in the event of a crash.

Seat Belts:rear/other 17V526000 · 28/08/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150, and 2017 F-250 and F-350 trucks equipped with a crew cab. The left rear inflatable seat belt buckle assembly may be inadequately attached to its...

Equipment:electrical 07E066000 · 28/08/2007

CERTAIN CEQUENT 90 DEGREE 7-WAY RIGHT ANGLE ADAPTORS SOLD BY DISTRIBUTORS IN TOW PACKAGES FOR AFTERMARKET SALES TO TOW 5TH WHEEL RV TRAVEL TRAILERS. DUE TO INCORRECT WIRING OF THE HARNESS, THE TRAILER LIGHTS MAY NOT...

Visibility:windshield 24V486000 · 28/06/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with...

Seats:front Assembly:recliner 16V475000 · 28/06/2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Explorer and F-150 vehicles equipped with a manual recline driver's seat. The seat back frame may have insufficient welds which may not meet the...

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly 07V278000 · 28/06/2007

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS BUILT WITH 26 GALLON FUEL TANKS, THE FUEL TANK MAY HAVE A DEPRESSION AT THE SEAM BETWEEN THE TOP AND BOTTOM HALVES OF THE TANK (NOT VISIBLE FROM OUTSIDE THE FUEL TANK). IF A DEPRESSION IS LARGE...

Structure:frame And Members:underbody Shields 15V251000 · 28/04/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-150 vehicles manufactured January 30, 2015, to January 31, 2015. The affected vehicles may have loose or missing underbody heat shields.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/lubrication 25V198000 · 28/03/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in...

Seat Belts:front:anchorage 96V256000 · 27/12/1996

THE SEAT ELT ANCHORAGE ATTACHMENTS ARE MISSING OR MISINSTALLED ON THESE VEHICLES.

Back Over Prevention:software 25V442000 · 27/06/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator,...

Steering:gear Box:shaft Sector 03V196000 · 27/05/2003

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT YOKE SEPARATES FROM THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT, THE STEERING SYSTEM BECOMES DISCONNECTED.

Power Train:automatic Transmission 16V248000 · 27/04/2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic...

Vehicle Speed Control:cruise Control 05V017000 · 27/01/2005

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly 04V200000 · 26/04/2004

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS MAY HAVE A FUEL TANK WITH LOCALIZED DEPRESSIONS IN THE FUEL TANK WALL AT THE SEAM BETWEEN TOP AND BOTTOM HALVES OF THE TANK. IF A DEPRESSION IS LARGE ENOUGH, FUEL MAY PERMEATE THE FUEL TANK...

Exterior Lighting:headlights 07E089000 · 25/10/2007

CERTAIN SPYDER HEADLAMP REPLACEMENT ASSEMBLIES SOLD FOR USE ON 2004 THROUGH 2007 FORD F150 PICKUP TRUCKS. DURING PRODUCTION, THE HEADLAMPS WERE INTERNALLY MISALIGNED AND THEY FAIL THE PHOTOMETRY REQUIREMENTS OF...

Seats 17V599000 · 25/09/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. The seat belt anchor may not be adequately welded to the seat...

Structure:body:roof And Pillars 17V598000 · 25/09/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor Super Cab pick-up trucks not equipped with a moonroof. The structural roof braces may be missing rivets at the attachment of the roof rail,...

Exterior Lighting:headlights 07E080000 · 25/09/2007

CERTAIN HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES IMPORTED AND SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT BY SONAR AUTO PARTS FOR USE ON 2004-2007 FORD F150 PICKUP TRUCKS. DURING PRODUCTION, THE HEADLAMPS WERE INTERNALLY MISALIGNED AND THEY FAIL THE...

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder 96V184000 · 25/09/1996

THE RETAINER CLIP THAT HOLDS THE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM IS MISSING.

Structure:body 26V550000 · 25/08/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash...

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module:software 25V488000 · 25/07/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is...

Seat Belts 17V472000 · 25/07/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford F-150 and E-350, 2014-2015 Ford Escape, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles. Improperly manufactured bolts may have been used to install certain seats, seatbacks,...

Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control 22V193000 · 25/03/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/pcm/tecm) 22V188000 · 25/03/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.

Seats 96E010000 · 25/03/1996

THE SEAT RECLINER TO SEAT FRAME ATTACHING BOLTS ON THESE VEHICLES COULD LOOSEN, FATIGUE AND FRACTURE, ALLOWING THE SEAT BACK TO SUDDENLY RECLINE.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification 16V110000 · 25/02/2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 F-150 trucks manufactured April 27, 2015, to November 22, 2015, and equipped with Multi-Contour Seats (MCS). The front passenger seat Occupant...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (Prndl) 17V053000 · 25/01/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 trucks equipped with an eight-inch productivity screen. In these vehicles, the instrument cluster may lose power after the initial vehicle start-up in cold...

Visibility:sun/moon Roof Assembly 25V729000 · 24/10/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift 17V671000 · 24/10/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with ten-speed transmissions. The pin that attaches the transmission shift linkage to the transmission may come out, preventing the...

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical 24V635000 · 24/08/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake...

Vehicle Speed Control:cables 98V192000 · 24/08/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SPEED CONTROL CABLE MAY NOT HAVE FULLY SEATED INTO THE ACCELERATOR BRACKET AT TIME OF INSTALLATION. IF THE CABLE IS NOT FULLY SEATED INTO THIS BRACKET, THE CABLE...

Power Train:automatic Transmission 26V402000 · 24/06/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion,...

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 21V381000 · 24/05/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The two-piece driveshafts may have been improperly assembled, which could result in driveshaft separation.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:fluid 16V345000 · 24/05/2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured August 1, 2013, to August 31, 2014 equipped with 3.5L engines. The master cylinder rear cup seal may roll, resulting in...

Exterior Lighting 06E049000 · 24/05/2006

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH...

Power Train:axle Assembly 23V128000 · 24/02/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front axle pinion may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to fracture.

Electrical System:software 11V128000 · 24/02/2011

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 FORD F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE, AND LINCOLN MKX TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 25, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE INSPECTED USING...

Engine 17V672000 · 23/10/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L engines. The cylinder heads may have been machined without lubrication supply holes for the camshaft bearing journals.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift 17V669000 · 23/10/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3L engine, a 6-speed transmission and a column mounted shift lever. Quickly moving the shift lever from Park to Drive may cause a...

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 20V575000 · 23/09/2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor...

Seat Belts:front:webbing 21V653000 · 23/08/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 Super Cab vehicles. The front seatbelt webbing may be incorrectly routed.

Exterior Lighting:back Up Lights 25V348000 · 23/05/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V443. An over-the-air software update to the body control...

Equipment:other:labels 25V271000 · 23/04/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle...

Exterior Lighting 06E026000 · 23/03/2006

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS...

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 01V095000 · 23/03/2001

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE WAS DAMAGED DURING FINAL ASSEMBLY.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 11V107000 · 23/02/2011

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 F-150 PICK UP TRUCKS AS WELL AS CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 LINCOLN MARK LT VEHICLES. IF THE CLOCKSPRING JUMPER WIRE COMES IN CONTACT WITH THE DRIVER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG...

Power Train:axle Hubs 23V896000 · 22/12/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue...

Seat Belts:front:anchorage 15V867000 · 22/12/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-150 SuperCrew trucks manufactured January 22, 2015, to March 17, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with driver or front passenger seat...

Steering:gear Box:shaft Pitman 03V349000 · 22/09/2003

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, THE PITMAN ARM TO STEERING GEAR RETAINING NUT WAS NOT FULLY TIGHTENED TO THE REQUIRED SPECIFICATION.

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel 25V540000 · 22/08/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, and 2025 F-150 vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.

Seats:front Assembly:recliner 17V332000 · 22/05/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 vehicles equipped with a manual driver's seat back recliner mechanism. In the event of a crash, the seat back...

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch 17V331000 · 22/05/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles originally produced with black or body colored exterior door handles that may have been subsequently...

Tires:tread/belt 01X001000 · 22/05/2001

THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: FORD IS REPLACING ALL FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT 15, 16,...

Tires:tread/belt 05T022000 · 21/11/2005

CERTAIN CONTINENTAL CONTITRAC TR OWL, CONTITRAC TR BSW, GENERAL GRABBER TR BSW, AND CONTITRAC BSW TIRES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MAY 29 AND JUNE 11, 2005, AND SOLD AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON CERTAIN FORD TRUCKS AND SOLD AS...

Equipment:other:labels 00V284000 · 21/09/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: BI-FUEL CNG PICKUP TRUCKS AND BI-FUEL CNG VANS, MODIFIED BY CFI CONTROL SYSTEMS, INC., FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 303, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY OF COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS...

Parking Brake:electrical 23V509000 · 21/07/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system. Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to...

Exterior Lighting:headlights 06E025000 · 21/03/2006

CERTAIN POLI-AUTO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS. 11-728, 11-728D, 11-710, 11-419, 11-713, 11-703, 11-704, 11-708P, 11-735, 11-725, 11-726, 11-716 (P&C), 11-721-1, 11-733, 11-729, 11-730, AND 11-732, SOLD AS...

Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control 26V104000 · 21/02/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026...

Engine 20V098000 · 21/02/2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2016 F-150 pick-up trucks equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines and block immersion heaters that were potentially relocated from their originally installed location. The...

Exterior Lighting:headlights 20V097000 · 21/02/2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of...

Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal 98V007000 · 21/01/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A 4.2L ENGINE AND ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, MONTANA, NORTH DAKOTA, MINNESOTA, WISCONSIN, NEW YORK,...

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/lubrication 24V851000 · 20/12/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can...

Structure:body:tailgate:hinge And Attachments 26V689000 · 20/10/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 F-150, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The left-side tailgate cable may fail under certain heavy load conditions.

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System 98V194000 · 19/08/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR O-RING MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED WHEN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR WAS INSTALLED IN THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL. IF THE O-RING IS DAMAGED, FUEL VAPOR...

Exterior Lighting 00V168000 · 19/06/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS, LIGHT PICKUP TRUCKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. OFF LEASE CANADIAN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS WHICH MEET CANADIAN REQUIREMENTS AND NOT THE PHOTOMETRIC...

Tires:bead 19V903000 · 18/12/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 trucks equipped with 17-inch spare tires. The spare tire could have been damaged when it was installed on the rim.

Engine 18V894000 · 18/12/2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. ...

Vehicle Speed Control 96V251000 · 18/12/1996

VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, MONTANA, NORTH DAKOTA, MINNESOTA, WISCONSIN, MICHIGAN (UPPER PENINSULA), NEW YORK, MAINE, VERMONT, AND NEW HAMPSHIRE. OPERATION AT...

Seat Belts 00V228001 · 18/08/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT...

Visibility:windshield:critical Fasteners 21V090000 · 18/02/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 and 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle,...

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 00V231000 · 17/08/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS MANUFACTURED AT THE KANSAS CITY OR NORFOLK ASSEMBLY PLANTS. THE FRONT FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY COULD HAVE A HOLE RUBBED THROUGH IN ONE OF TWO LOCATIONS. THE FIRST LOCATION IS...

Exterior Lighting 06E065000 · 17/07/2006

CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF...

Exterior Lighting 06E064000 · 17/07/2006

CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/pcm/tecm) 24V444000 · 17/06/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 F-150 vehicles. A loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly...

Steering 25V022000 · 17/01/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles. The steering gear assembly may have been assembled with an incorrect rack, which can cause the gears to fracture.

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 21V986000 · 16/12/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.

Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch 21V983000 · 16/12/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles with manual and power release tailgates. The tailgate latches may unlatch unexpectedly while driving.

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch 17V652000 · 16/10/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door...

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly 01V227001 · 16/07/2001

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND MINIVANS. EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELTS SUPPLIED BY TRW. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE DRIVER'S AND/OR FRONT PASSENGER'S OUTBOARD SEAT BELT...

Seats 96V064000 · 16/04/1996

THE WIRE HARNESS FOR THE POWER LUMBAR FEATURE ON THE SEAT IS UNDERNEATH THE FRONT SEAT CUSHION SUPPORT WIRES. THE SUPPORT WIRES ON THE DRIVER SEAT CAN CONTACT AND DAMAGE THE INSULATION HARNESS RESULTING IN A HIGH...

Steering:column 23V847000 · 15/12/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 and Ford SD F250, F350, F450, F550, and F600 vehicles. The steering wheel clock spring may have an insufficient weld, causing a loss of electrical connection...

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor 22V842000 · 15/11/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

Air Bags:sensor:side Impact 21V805000 · 15/10/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, 2021 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front-door side impact pressure sensor modules may have been damaged during...

Service Brakes, Hydraulic 21V533000 · 15/07/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The electronic brake booster may leak brake fluid into the electronic control unit, which could result in reduced braking performance.

Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly 98V161000 · 15/07/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP TRUCKS. IF THE VEHICLE IS OVERLOADED, THE REAR LEAF SPRINGS CAN BE OVERSTRESSED. A FATIGUE FRACTURE OF THE SPRING CAN OCCUR. THE CENTER LEAF OF THE SPRING CAN...

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module 22V686000 · 14/09/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the...

Air Bags 22V684000 · 14/09/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The right-side instrument panel cover may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to not deploy as intended. As such,...

Exterior Lighting:headlights 07E075000 · 14/09/2007

CERTAIN EAGLE EYES HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS. FR390-B001L AND FR390-B001R, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE THICKNESS IS UNSTABLE INHIBITING THE PERFORMANCE OF THE...

Electrical System:body Control Module:software 24V443000 · 14/06/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature. An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.

Power Train:automatic Transmission 26V237000 · 14/04/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles. A loss of signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift...

Steering:column 22V253000 · 14/04/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The power-adjustable telescoping steering column connector wiring may be too short. Wiring that is too short can become damaged or separate if the...

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 22V252000 · 14/04/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 F-150, Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted...

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages 22V250000 · 14/04/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/pcm/tecm) 25V169000 · 14/03/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-188. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:fluid/lubricant:valves/valve Body 25V164000 · 14/03/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause...

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module 24V682000 · 13/09/2024

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting 04V443000 · 13/09/2004

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 4.2L, 4.6L AND 5.4L GASOLINE ENGINES, THE FUEL TANK MAY HAVE A DEPRESSION AT THE SEAM BETWEEN THE TOP AND BOTTOM HALVES OF THE TANK. IF A DEPRESSION IS LARGE ENOUGH, FUEL MAY...

Electrical System:wiring 25V398000 · 13/06/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 trucks. Contact with the engine coolant hose may chafe the engine wire harness or cause a pull out of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) connector pins,...

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical 25V344000 · 13/06/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles. The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

Fuel System, Gasoline 06E056000 · 13/06/2006

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK...

Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs 98V095000 · 13/05/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES AND LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE LUG NUTS ON THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT CREATE SUFFICIENT CLAMP LOAD ALLOWING WHEEL MOVEMENT IN RELATION TO THE HUB/ROTOR MOUNTING SURFACE.

Exterior Lighting:headlights 06E023000 · 13/03/2006

CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR...

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:cables 19V805000 · 12/11/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal...

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 22V623000 · 12/08/2022

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 18V392000 · 12/06/2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition, F-150, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI V6 engines. These vehicles have high pressure fuel pump assemblies with welds that...

Steering:electric Power Assist System 14V316000 · 12/06/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured May 26, 2014 to June 19, 2014, and equipped with Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS). The affected vehicles may have...

Exterior Lighting:headlights 06E052000 · 12/06/2006

CERTAIN EAGLE EYES HEADLAMPS, P/NOS. FR208-B101R, FR208-B101L, FR208-B001R, AND FR208-B001L, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE...

Steering 15V279000 · 12/05/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured March 19, 2015, to March 30, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with a steering upper intermediate shaft...

Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Ball Joint 21E027000 · 12/04/2021

Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain MOOG K500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 Ford F-150 trucks. The ball joint may have a misaligned dust boot and may be missing alignment hole...

Air Bags:frontal 01V082000 · 12/03/2001

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE INFLATOR CANISTER IN THE DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE MAY HAVE AN INADEQUATE WELD NEAR THE IGNITER.

Exterior Lighting:headlights 08E050000 · 11/08/2008

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS...

Exterior Lighting:headlights 09E025000 · 11/05/2009

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE...

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder 25V236000 · 11/04/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist 22V150000 · 11/03/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak...

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor 22V142000 · 11/03/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/pcm/tecm) 19V075000 · 11/02/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.

Electrical System:starter Assembly 20V467000 · 10/08/2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 vehicles. An incorrect attachment nut may have been used to attach the battery positive (B+) power supply cable to the starter motor, possibly affecting the...

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage 22V414000 · 10/06/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling one 2021 F-150 vehicle. A single vehicle may have been assembled without a fuel tank front attachment resulting in an unsecured fuel tank attachment strap.

Power Train:automatic Transmission 19V433000 · 10/06/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with 5.0L or 6.2L gasoline engines, that previously had the powertrain control module (PCM) software reprogrammed under recall 19V-075. The...

Steering:column 24V329000 · 10/05/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles. The steering column lower shaft may have been secured to the steering gear assembly with an incorrect fastener, which can result in the separation...

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages 23V163000 · 10/03/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.

Tires 21V155000 · 10/03/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150, 2018-2020 F-250, F-350, and 2019 Escape vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured...

Air Bags:frontal 23V072000 · 10/02/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 vehicles. The instrument panel top cover on the passenger-side may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply...

Power Train:automatic Transmission 23V070000 · 10/02/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which...

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor 05V520000 · 09/11/2005

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, PASSENGER CARS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE BEING APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting 26V578000 · 09/09/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.

Suspension:rear 26V577000 · 09/09/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position.

Power Train:driveline:differential Unit 26V576000 · 09/09/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles. Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may have been installed, which can result in rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.

Power Train:automatic Transmission 97V147000 · 09/09/1997

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE TRANSMISSION BRACKET END FITTING CAN SEPARATE FROM THE SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY RESULTING IN OPERATOR INABILITY TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION FROM ONE OF THE DRIVE GEAR...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/pcm/tecm) 26V378000 · 09/06/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V444. A loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/pcm/tecm) 26V375000 · 09/06/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 17V669. Quickly moving the shift lever from Park to Drive may cause a loss of gear indication on...

Exterior Lighting:headlights 26V373000 · 09/06/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V097. When the headlight switch is turned from "Autolamps" to "Headlamps On," the Daytime...

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel 26V370000 · 09/06/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 17V053. The instrument cluster may lose power after initial vehicle start-up in cold ambient...

Back Over Prevention:software 25V315000 · 09/05/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger,...

Steering 25V309000 · 09/05/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles. The lower intermediate shaft fasteners may be improperly attached to the steering gear, allowing the shaft to come loose or detach.

Power Train:automatic Transmission 11V582000 · 08/12/2011

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-150 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 9, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 22, 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 F-250, F-350, F-450 AND F-550 HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM...

Equipment:other:labels 24V852000 · 08/11/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be...

Engine And Engine Cooling 08V523000 · 08/10/2008

ROUSH IS RECALLING 213 MY 2007-2008 FORD F-150 TRUCKS ALTERED TO OPERATE USING LIQUID PROPANE INJECTION. THE HYDRO-CARBON PAPER AFFIXED TO THE INSIDE OF THE AIRBOX LID WITH ADHESIVE MAY BECOME DISLODGED DURING OPERATION.

Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs 22V675000 · 08/09/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 Raptor Series vehicles equipped with 37-inch tires. The lug nuts on the wheels may have been incorrectly tightened.

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module 25V517000 · 08/08/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V686. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail...

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module 25V515000 · 08/08/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recalls 22V686 and 23V802. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these...

Power Train:axle Hubs 25V512000 · 08/08/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue...

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor 01V258000 · 08/08/2001

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT, POTENTIALLY...

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder 20V332000 · 08/06/2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.

Engine 19V278000 · 08/04/2019

Equipment:other:labels 02V008000 · 08/01/2002

CERTAIN LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A HEAVY DUTY SERVICE PACKAGE FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS." A...

Seats 14V710000 · 07/11/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford F-150 and Flex vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, to May 31, 2014. The affected vehicles were manufactured with a reduced clearance between the...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (Prndl) 97V171000 · 07/10/1997

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE ASSEMBLY WAS NOT FULLY ATTACHED TO THE STEERING COLUMN BRACKET, THE SHIFT CABLE...

Vehicle Speed Control 05V388000 · 07/09/2005

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 25V455000 · 07/07/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The...

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 08V208000 · 07/05/2008

FORD IS RECALLING 605,684 MY 2005-2006 F-150 AND LINCOLN MARK LT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L 3-VALVE ENGINES. THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE ATTACHED TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FITTING MAY SWELL OVER TIME AND LOSE...

Exterior Lighting 09E012000 · 07/04/2009

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE...

Seats 26V655000 · 06/10/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 F-150 vehicles. The front seats may have been improperly secured to the vehicle.

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel 26V653000 · 06/10/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, F-600, 2026 F-150, and F-750 SD vehicles. The analog cluster’s tachometer and speedometer may become stuck or move...

Vehicle Speed Control 07V078000 · 06/03/2007

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.

Interior Lighting 06V033000 · 06/02/2006

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH EITHER THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NO. 105, 'HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEMS' OR FMVSS NO. 135, 'PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEMS.' ...

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch 14V709000 · 05/11/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, to March 13, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a brake pedal position switch that is improperly adjusted. ...

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch 09V150000 · 05/05/2009

FORD IS RECALLING 8,735 MY 2009 F-150 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE BRAKE STOP LAMP...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (Prndl) 18V214000 · 04/04/2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions and 2018 Ford F-150 and Expedition vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions...

Power Train:automatic Transmission 18V213000 · 04/04/2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and Mustang and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions. A roll pin may not have been...

Vehicle Speed Control 07V336000 · 03/08/2007

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-Inactive 12V198000 · 03/05/2012

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 F-150 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 6, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 15, 2011. INCORRECT SOFTWARE FOR THE OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM MODULE (OCSM) WAS INSTALLED ON THE...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/pcm/tecm) 12V190000 · 03/05/2012

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD...

Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (Prndl) 20V197000 · 03/04/2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ranger and F-150 vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions and certain 2020 Expedition vehicles equipped with a "police" package. The transmission...

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module 25V823000 · 01/12/2025

Exterior Lighting:headlights 06E067000 · 01/08/2006

CERTAIN MAXZONE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES, DEPO BRAND, P/NOS. 331-1129L-ASN AND 331-1129R-ASN, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE...

Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control 25V132000 · 01/03/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due...

Equipment:other:labels 99V039000 · 01/03/1999

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 4X4 VEHICLES WITH OFF ROAD AND HIGH FGAWR OPTION PACKAGES, AND 4X2 VEHICLES WITH SPORT OPTION PACKAGE. THE TIRE AND RIM IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION IS INCORRECT ON THE CERTIFICATION LABELS FOR...

Structure:body:door 11V049000 · 01/02/2011

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 F-150 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 18, 2008, THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2009. THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE HOUSING EMBOSSMENT RETAINING THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE SPRING...

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Questions people actually ask

What Ford F-150 years should you avoid?

We don't tell you to skip a year; we flag it by a fixed rule (see 'Years flagged' in each generation), and exactly one F-150 year trips it: 2004. That year has 7.57 NHTSA complaints per catalog listing (2,036 across 269 listings) against a Gen 11 median of 1.65, and ads mention a problem in 28 of 184 enriched ads (15.2%) against a 9.6% median, with the 'rust' flaw excluded from the count. Two more years come close on the first test and fail the second. 2005: 3.76 complaints per listing (2.3 times the Gen 11 median), but with rust excluded only 15 of 199 ads (7.5%) mention a problem against a 9.6% median. 2011: 4.92 complaints per listing against a Gen 12 median of 2.40 (2.05 times), but 15 of 317 ads (4.7%) against a 4.8% median. Ad mentions are not confirmed failures.

What are the most common Ford F-150 problems?

It depends on the engine and generation. Gen 10 (1997-2003): spark plugs that blow out of the two-valve V8's head. Gen 11 (2004-2008): spark plugs that break on removal in the 5.4L 3V, plus visibility complaints on 2004. Gen 12 (2009-2014): timing-chain stretch on 2011-2014 3.5L EcoBoost trucks. Gen 13 (2015-2020): cam phasers on the 3.5L and shift complaints on the 10-speed. Gen 14 (2021 on): recalls more than wear. Each is priced, with sources, in the generation sections.

Do F-150 5.4L spark plugs break?

On the 5.4L 3V (2004-2008 trucks), the two-piece plug can snap during removal. Dwells Automotive puts a trouble-free job at $300-$500, one or two broken plugs at $800-$1,000, and four or more at $1,200-$1,500+. Ford's interval is 100K miles, and the same source suggests pulling them near 80K. RepairPal's standard-job estimate is $299-$391; RepairPal members have filed 50 reports about plugs that are hard to remove.

How much does a 3.5L EcoBoost timing chain or cam phaser job cost?

For 2011-2014 trucks with a P0016 code, Go-Parts gives $2,000-$4,000+ for the chain job, and says wear often shows up between 70K and 100K miles. For 2017-2020 trucks with cold-start rattle, Autos of Chicago quotes phasers at $2,400-$2,750 at a specialist and $3,800-$4,500 at a dealer, with a full timing overhaul at $2,850-$3,200 and $4,600-$5,200+. Owner posts range from $4,310 (2024) to a $5,300 dealer quote (2023). These are shop and owner figures, not a quote for your truck.

Is the F-150 10-speed transmission reliable?

Owners and shops report harsh shifts on 10R80 trucks (2017 and later). ShopEarl lists remanufactured units at $3,530-$5,158 before labor and a reflash at 0.8-1.6 labor hours; a March 2025 bulletin (TSB 25-2126) covers a clutch cylinder. We don't have a failure rate, only these reports, plus recalls 17V671000, 18V213000 and 22V188000 that cover linkage pins and a false pressure code. Ask for service records.

Which F-150 generation has the fewest complaints?

Our complaint-per-listing figures are measured against each generation's own median, so compare within a generation, not across. Within Gen 13, the range is 0.68 (2020) to 2.54 (2015); within Gen 14, 1.09 (2022) to 1.62 (2021), and our data has no complaint count for 2023 onward. No year in Gen 10, 12, 13 or 14 trips our rule.