10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
20,517 miles

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problem #18

Sep 182000

F-150

  • miles
Burns up to 1 1/2 between oil changes and can smell oil burning 10 days after oil change but can't smell it all the time. Can't see any oil leak.

- Victoria, TX, USA

problem #17

Oct 252000

F-150

  • miles
Motor failed after 7 compliants starting when new. Manufacturer has attempted to replace with a rebuilt motor using used components.F.

- Little Rock, AR, USA

problem #16

Oct 062000

(reported on)

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle has hard vibration at idle. Dealer has been contacted.

- Shelby Township, MI, USA

problem #15

Aug 282000

F-150

  • miles
I have been to the Ford dealer numerous times for these problems and this last time their engineer that came in has noted the problem I have. They consider this normal and acceptable as it is. For being a new truck it should have to be in the shop for all the problems it's had. I have all the service reports if needed. I pray that these problems can be resolved. You may contact me at home if any questions (505-875-1288) thank you for your time

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #14

Aug 282000

F-150

  • miles
I have been to the Ford dealer numerous times for these problems and this last time their engineer that came in has noted the problem I have. They consider this normal and acceptable as it is. For being a new truck it should have to be in the shop for all the problems it's had. I have all the service reports if needed. I pray that these problems can be resolved. You may contact me at home if any questions (505-875-1288) thank you for your time

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #13

Apr 032000

F-150

  • miles
Engine has been replaced three times. Engine is going again, but this time they are telling me that the noise from the valves and lower end on engine are acceptable to them. They will not fix at this time.

- Peachtree City, GA, USA

problem #12

Jun 012000

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Frame bending upward between the cab and the back bed. Dealer notified, and refused to help in this matter. Engine and rear end had to be replaced and brakes repaired.

- Perkinston, MS, USA

problem #11

Jan 072000

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Possible engine failure caused the vehicle to catch fire in the engine compartment. Vehicle was only 10 months old when fire occured. Nlm

- Boca Raton, FL, USA

problem #10

Apr 122000

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles
Engine burned up oil, but was not leaking. Would put approximately 2 quarts of engine oil in vehicle. This caused engine to smoke. Took vehicle to mechanic who failed to locate the cause of the problem. Took vehicle to another dealership & mechanic claimed "O" ring seals may have caused the problem.

- Davis, CA, USA

problem #9

Aug 031999

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle stalls intermittently in any given speed. Vehicle been in/out of dealer's shop on four occasions, and problem still reoccurring.

- Oakland, CA, USA

problem #8

Dec 011999

F-150 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
This vehicle has a terrible transmission problem - the 2nd to 3rd shift, and the 3rd to 2nd shift are rough and slowly tear the transmission apart. Mine has been repaired 4 times and is still suffering from poor shifts and undependability. The engine had a very severe knock when first started - the engine was replaced at 14,500 miles with a remanufactured unit. This vehicle has had 2 transmission rebuilds, one transmission replacement and a remanufactured engine and the vehicle only has 14,900 miles on the odometer!

- Orlando, FL, USA

problem #7

Oct 181999

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When the transmission is in first gear, the engine is shuts off and vehicle will roll. Dealer said that engine bleeds off compression which allows vehicle to roll when it is shut off while in first gear.

- Savannah, MO, USA

problem #6

May 151999

F-150

  • miles
The engine is terribly noisy at all speeds, coming from valve train. The truck also has no appreciable power, they rate at 205 hp, but I sincerely dispute that rating on my truck, w/ air conditioning operating, it's even worse! gas mileage with air conditioning on is terrible! a Plymouth horizon was able to outpace me on the highway!

- Seven Hills, OH, USA

problem #5

Apr 141999

F-150

  • miles
Vehicle was setting for five minutes and engine compartment caught on fire. Vehicle was totaled. Manufacturer has been notified.

- Leoma, TN, USA

problem #4

Jan 221999

F-150

  • miles
When driving at any speed their is a knocking noise coming from vehicle. It sounds like metal rubbing against metal. Dealer is award of the problem.

- New Caney, TX, USA

problem #3

Feb 011999

F-150

  • miles
Entire bed and fender welds have tiny rust spots. Dealer was contacted and cannot remedy the entire problem. 2) when starting vehicle loud noise sounds intermittently. Problem still exists. Provide further information.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #2

Oct 011998

F-150

  • miles
Poor gas mileage; has averaged 15.4 miles per gallon, and Ford advertises 16 city to 20 highway. Other F150 owners report poor gas mileage. Is this false advertising because I would never have purchased truck getting 15.4 miles per gallon when I travel mostly highway miles. I have a loud rattle noise under truck and the catalytic converters and muffler have all been replaced! also, vibration via gas pedal from engine (?) noted between 45 and 55 mph.

- Brentwood, TN, USA

problem #1

Feb 111999

F-150 4WD

  • miles
Engine had an oil leak, probably before the vehichle left the factory, the leak is not repairable so the engine is being replaced.

- Buffalo, NY, USA