10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 14
Injuries / Deaths:
6 / 0
Average Mileage:
26,471 miles

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problem #34

Jun 242018

F-150

  • 18,000 miles
It's happened 9 or 10 times in two years... try to start it - nothing...try again-still completely dead. Sit back wondering what I'm going to do, and the truck will start all by itself while I'm not touching anything. Have spoken to numerous mechanics none have heard of it before.

- Cameron, OK, USA

problem #33

Jun 082018

F-150

  • miles
I have a 2016 F150 with issues similar to NHTSA complaint id# 10127407. The problems are not intermittent, the part has failed & is not available from Ford at this time. The air conditioning quits completely & you cannot run the fan at all. You cannot roll down any windows in the vehicle & the vehicle gets well over 90 degrees inside while driving. This is a huge safety issue because when this doesn't work it also disables the airbags of the vehicle, cross traffic alert as well as tire pressure monitor failure along with other safety features. The seats no longer retract or move forward when the vehicle is started/shutoff. The key fob intermittently will not lock the doors of the vehicle & the alert on the truck says key not found. With the warm temperatures and no way to roll down the windows or turn on the ac or a blower fan makes this vehicle extremely unsafe to operate.

- Post Falls, ID, USA

problem #32

Jun 012017

F-150

  • 2,700 miles
The vehicle has failed electronically on several instances. Generally the center control panel will not come on which means the radio does not work. Other times the fan blower will also not come. In the worst instance, none of the lights will come on nor the instrument panel to be able to know how fast I am driving, temperature, alerts, or anything that needs power other than to start/drive the truck. I also noted when I shifted gears on the transmission, it did not indicate what gear/driving mode the vehicle was actually in. This has occurred on no less than a half down instances. The dealer has not been able to replicate the issue as it is intermittent since I purchased the vehicle brand new off the lot. It has not occurred after everything is already operational while driving, only at startup/ignition point. I have attempted to reset it multiple times by turning the vehicle off/on and removing the key from the ignition but it does not seem to solve the problem as it randomly comes about and then randomly goes away. It does not appear to be affected by bumps (loose wire) or even tapping the dash to see if anything changes. I have also pulled the main fuses that control these areas and found no problems with the fuses. Resetting the entire system did not also have an affect by disconnecting the battery but did work in one instance however it did not in others.

- Lorton, VA, USA

problem #31

Jun 102018

F-150

  • 50,000 miles
While traveling on interstate at a speed of 80 mph, my 2016 F-150 eco boost with 50,000 miles went into limp mode due to a faulty electronic throttle body causing me to lose the ability to accelerate and worrying for my family's life as I was decelerating on a busy 4 lane freeway trying to find a way to pull over without being smashed.

- Jefferson, LA, USA

problem #30

Apr 172018

F-150

  • 22,500 miles
When driving the vehicle on freeways with adaptive cruise control enabled, if the vehicle approaches a vehicle in an adjacent lane (typically a larger vehicle like a truck with a trailer, semi, or tanker) the collision aid activates and heavily applies the brakes. If someone is following close behind me, as has happened in at least 4 instances, the individual will need to stop and make an emergency maneuver to avoid colliding. In both cases, the braking only lasted momentarily but was enough to reduce the vehicles speed 20-30 mph during that time. The vehicle has been inspected by Ford but they have said that there is nothing that they can do. For the time being, we keep this feature disabled until Ford can get this issue resolved. There have been recalls for previous years but ours is not included. Because of this Ford has said there's nothing they can do on multiple attempts to get the problem resolved.

- Maple Lake, MN, USA

problem #29

Apr 262018

F-150

  • 43,000 miles
Almost exactly the same experience as incident numbers 11090030, 11063919, and 11048673. There may be others, but, I didn't go any further. I was driving on a bridge without any safety shoulders and the vehicle suddenly lost all power, "hill start assist not available" indicator came on, "service advance trac" indicator came on, and "see manual" indicator came on with the wrench symbol. After nearly being rear-ended by another car, I was able to coast to an off ramp and pull over. The truck was shaking violently. I shut it off and then restarted it and was able to get back over the bridge but then the same exact scenario happened again on the other side. On the way home, it happened a couple more times but I was able to get it home. I scheduled a service appointment at a Ford dealer to take the truck in on Monday. The vehicle has about 43,000 miles on it. As I mentioned earlier, I was almost rear-ended by another vehicle when this occurred, so, this is an extremely dangerous malfunction.

- Vancouver, WA, USA

problem #28

Mar 022018

F-150

  • 47,000 miles
I had my truck towed to auto fair Ford and had to have the fuel pump replaced with $100 extended warranty and the car is a year old. After fixing it they were having issues with it not starting and called Ford to trouble shoot the issue. Today 3/2/18 they called to say a mouse or rodent chewed through the wiring. I have lived I'm my home since 1999 and many cars in the drive way this has never happened before. My brother said the wiring is soy based. I called Liberty mutual insurance and comprehensive has a $500 deductible. They will look at the truck 3/5/18 at auto fair Ford in manchester nh. I now have to pay$600 to a vehicle I have owned less then 5 months to auto fair Ford. Seems odd this is happing on a new vehicle

- Deerfield, NH, USA

problem #27

Feb 092018

F-150

  • 38,952 miles
Since I purchased my truck there has been issues with the backup camera. The dealer replaced the apim and had to keep the vehicle for three weeks to trace a bad wire. It has been 10 months and the camera has failed again. I feel as if this is a wider spread issue. Ford even expanded the warranty for the previous years apims.

- Petersburg, NY, USA

problem #26

Jan 222018

F-150

  • 15,000 miles
On January 22 2018 at approximately 11:00 P.M., I started my truck with the remote start, which activates the rear window defroster, as needed. On my 20 mile ride home from work, mostly freeway driving, I heard crackling noises, and I was watching in the rear view mirror, my entire rear window shattering, except for the center power sliding piece. When I got home, pieces of glass fell inside the cab and bed when I closed the door. Ford is aware of this issue, but they refuse to repair it. In the meantime, I am forced to pay $500 deductible for my insurance to repair it, even though I had purchased the extended warranty when I bought it brand new. It has approximately 15,000 miles on it now. Researching this problem, I believe it is a defect in the glass, causing it to shatter when the defroster warms up the glass.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #25

Apr 032017

F-150

  • 25,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle independently downshifted after the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the failure occurred only when the vehicle was in the tow haul setting. The vehicle was taken to bill macdonald Ford (1200 S carney dr, St clair, mi) where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed a software update. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was notified, but a remedy was not offered. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.

- Clay, MI, USA

problem #24

Dec 202017

F-150

  • 44,253 miles
Vehicle stall out while driving and wont start for a few minutes due do throttle body Ford fails to recall..... more people are complaining same thing happens to them on carcomplains.com..... first time it happen I took it to dealer they start they couldn't figure out problem and change throttle body for me. Couple week pass same thing starts happening again currently at the dealer.....

- Staten Island, NY, USA

problem #23

Dec 152017

F-150

  • 42,000 miles
Rear defrost was turned on and within seconds the cabin was engulfed in a white smoke and strong electrical fire smell. As I was pulling over, the rear window exploded.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #22

Jun 202016

F-150

  • 1,000 miles
Owned 2016 F150 since May 2016. Been in shop 6X now for electrical problems. Replaced fuel pump multiple times, and powertrain control module, still no power from 7 pt. Wiring harness to camper. Apparently others are having the same problem - "I am also having this same problem on my new 2016; no 12V power at the 7 pin trailer plug. I have a dual port 12 volt power adapter that plugs in the 7 pin plug to run 12V accessories like a small air compressor etc. (like this https://www.amazon.ca/reese-towpower...204460_te_item) I just tried it yesterday for the first time and it had no power. I bench tested the adapter and it is working. When looking at the plug at the back of the truck, the negative (-) is at the 1 oclock postion and postive (+) is at the 7 oclock. I put a multi meter on those trailer plug pins with the truck running and no power. On the dash computer I entered that I had my trailer hooked up and still no 12V at those two pins. The turn signals (pins at 9 oclock and 3 oclock respectively) and running lights (pin at 5 oclock) has 12V power.the tech came out with a shop made board they have for checking trailer wiring. With the truck running, trailer connected on the dash and even added a "new" trailer still no power! he plugged in the shop computer and could not see what the problem is. So the dealership it stumped. They will be "calling detroit" to see if they have a solution. So, turn signals work, running lights work, brakes work but not 12V DC. So, if you have a camper, while driving you will not have power for your fridge or interior camper lights, charging camper battery etc.contacted Ford, they recommended filing a complaint with you

- Bowling Green, OH, USA

problem #21

Sep 152017

F-150

  • 32,000 miles
Rear glass exploded. Rear de-frost turned on, electrical circuit issue caused rear glass to over heat and burn up, along with cold external weather causing very hot glass explosion while driving sending glass pieces everywhere. Glass particles very fine and caused scratches and bleeding.

- Shelby Township, MI, USA

problem #20

Sep 012017

F-150

  • 48,500 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. While the vehicle was stationary, the contact noticed that all of the controls on the steering wheel were inoperable. Westway Ford of dallas, Texas was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 48,500.

- Dallas, TX, USA

problem #19

Aug 102017

F-150

  • 6,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. While driving 35 mph, the vehicle lost total power as it rumbled and shook. Also, various warning indicators illuminated, including the powertrain fault, stability control, air bag, and check service manual. The contact stated that the running board failed to retract. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to Ford & Lincoln of smithtown (440 jericho turnpike, St james, NY 11780(631) 265-2340), but the cause of the failure could not be duplicated or diagnosed. When the contact retrieved the vehicle several hours later, the failure recurred and the vehicle was towed back to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.

- Nesconset, NY, USA

problem #18

Jun 232017

F-150

  • 7,700 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate without warning and lost power. The hill decent warning light illuminated. The failure recurred several other times. The vehicle was taken to the cella Ford dealer located at 3210 doctor M.L.K. jr blvd, new bern, nc 28562; (252) 638-4011 where the dealer was not able to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted and was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 7,700. The VIN was not available.

- New Bern, NC, USA

problem #17

Jul 072017

F-150

  • miles
Dual control for the A/C pops up. Also had radio not wanting to go off with the key out off the truck and the door open. Also had the lights not working for the trailior. Also my truck didn't want to go over 5 miles an hour. Dealer can find anything wrong with it. What next

- Houma, LA, USA

problem #16

Apr 192017

F-150

  • 10,800 miles
I have taken my 2016 Ford F-150 in to have the radio fixed three time, because when I go to start my truck the radio doesn't power up. It has just a blank screen. It is an intermittent problem, but Ford has refused to fix the problem. I have seen multiple complaints online over the same problem. Ford is not assisting me in resolving the problem and I was told by them to contact you.

- Hayes, VA, USA

problem #15

Mar 302017

F-150

  • miles
First all the steering wheels controls (including turn signals) didn't work. The next time I started the truck everything worked again. The following week I took the truck into local dealer to determine cause. They said there communication errors but did some re-programming. Drove truck home and when I turned into my driveway I received a message the parking brake had an error. Took it back to same dealer and they kept it two days and could not find the problem.

- Ft Walton Beach, FL, USA

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