8.0

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,001 miles

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problem #3

Mar 112004

(reported on)

F-150 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 15,000 miles
Consumer complained about an electrical system problem. Inside lights would not go out once the door was closed. Alarm system did not work, and side reflector lights did not come on. The door ajar light stayed on. Door ajar light stayed on for about 20 to 25 minutes before they go off. Doors won't lock when they're supposed to. Dealer said that they can't locate the problem with inside lights. However, dealer made repair on horn and replaced fuse for alarm horn.

- Palmdale, CA, USA

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problem #2

Feb 022004

(reported on)

F-150

  • 3 miles
The truck's speedometer was not visible because of the light color used. As a result the driver is unable to determined the vehicle's speed.

- Rushville, MO, USA

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problem #1

Oct 012003

(reported on)

F-150 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Ford's decision to discontinue installing the door courtesy lights.. the consumer stated the courtesy lights provided better visibility when stepping into the vehicle and exiting the vehicle and the lights also warned approaching traffic of the hazard of an open door.

- San Diego, CA, USA

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