10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
28,105 miles

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problem #114

Jul 182023

F-150

  • 58,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly downshifted, prompting the contact to pull over to the side of the roadway. After shifting into park and back into drive, the vehicle seemed to return to normal functionality; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the leadframe. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but was unable to assist. The failure mileage was 58,000.

- Dublin, VA, USA

problem #113

Jul 132023

F-150

  • 130,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently shifted up and down between gears before shifting into park. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the transmission control module needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V188000 (Power Train) but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.

- Saint Clair Shores, MI, USA

problem #112

Jul 152023

F-150

  • miles
July 2023 3.5L EcoBoost - Cold Start Ticking/Tapping/Rattle. Truck has 100,050 miles. Experiencing the same symptoms described in 21B10 and 21N03, but does not appear on VIN list. The defect will eventually cause serious damage if not repaired. This truck should have been included in the VIN list for this issue. Because the mileage is 50 miles over 100K, the dealer claims they cannot enter a claim in Orion.

- Savannah, GA, USA

problem #111

Jul 092023

F-150

  • miles
The truck begins downshifting aggressively when you are slowing down. This just started happening after 72,000 miles. I have read online that others have had the same experience. This can be extremely unsafe. My 16yr old drives the truck and he became very scared. I took the truck the Ford and wanting me to pay $7,000 for a new transmission.

- Bixby, OK, USA

problem #110

Jul 122023

F-150

  • miles
Ecoboost issues Turbo issues

- Palmdale, CA, USA

problem #109

Jun 132023

F-150

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after shifting the gear selector into park(P), the instrument panel displayed that the transmission was in park(P) however, the transmission was in neutral(N). The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the failure listed in NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V671000 (Power Train) and 18V213000(Power Train) however, the VIN was not included in the recall campaigns. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

- Manakin Sabot, VA, USA

problem #108

Jun 212023

F-150

  • miles
I was driving on the highway when my truck randomly began to sound as if it was in high idle like if I had it in neutral and was still pressing on the gas peddle. A wrench light came on as well as my engine light and I immediately lost power. Once I pulled over and placed it in park all the warning lights disappeared and my truck was fine again. Then it happened a second time but this time it almost caused the person from behind to hit me. I finally got to my destination and my truck was once again fine as if nothing happened. Few days later I was on the highway and it again happened. This time I had to utilize my insurance and have my truck towed back home. It has been an ongoing issue with my gears wanting to slip or feel like they don-??t want to engage. Even with my truck constantly shifting hard. I contacted Ford and I am being told that ultimately Im still responsible for charges. I know this is an ongoing problem with the manufacture and I know I am not the only person with an f150 having this issue. I am writing this complaint because it can be a dangerous situation, especially around heavy traffic.

- Corpus Christi, TX, USA

problem #107

Jun 102023

F-150

  • miles
The intake manifold runner controls keep going out on a lot of people it-??s all over forums and groups. It-??s almost always right after power train warranty-??s are void. Mine just came up at 77,770

- Godfrey , IL, USA

problem #106

Apr 012023

F-150

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced jerking, abnormal vibration, and hesitation while attempting to accelerate. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 60,000.

- Corpus Christi, TX, USA

problem #105

May 302023

F-150

  • 111,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission failed to shift as designed and the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. Upon investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V671000 (Power Train). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but a case was not opened. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 111,000.

- Lake Forest, IL, USA

problem #104

Oct 132022

F-150

  • miles
The transmission downshifts when you are cruising along at higher speeds and then won't shift back up. It is jerky when it shifts. It turns over for an extended period when starting. A part has been ordered by the dealership since Sep 2022.

- Columbus, KS, USA

problem #103

May 122023

F-150

  • miles
Dtc p0707 transmssion would go into limp mode while driving in the freeway at highway speeds and drop down to 20-30 mph almost got rear ended common issue on ford f150 with the 6r80 transmssion for the module lead frame recall but only for earlier built but this are also having issues sane transmission same concern

- Compton , CA, USA

problem #102

Apr 282023

F-150 6-cyl

  • miles
On April 28th, 2023 at approx. 1800 this Ford F-150 malfunctioned yet again. While traveling east on Interstate I-70 in a construction zone near Saint Clairsville, OHIO, this F-150 was set on cruise speed for the construction zone. This F-150 shifted from 8th gear down to 3rd gear. This uncommanded and unprompted change of speed injured my neck and nearly ended my family's life and the lives of others. The 18 wheeler carrying thousands of gallons of fuel behind me NEARLY clipped my rear end. As this change in speed was did not included BRAKE LIGHTS, because I did not hit my brake pedal. This F-150 is a danger to society and will certainly kill a construction worker, police officer, or any one near it. Perhaps it will take out a critical bridge or other important infrastructure"???? I just hope it doesn't kill a presidential motorcade. This truck is a hazard. I am NOT in control of the truck at highway speed. I will not be accountable for the impending disaster this truck will cause. YOU ARE! This F-150 does have the 10R80 transmission, so you are aware of the danger. What are you going to do???" My son has name this truck "MURDER TRUCK", he fears riding in it. He refuses to risk his life in this F150. Please contact me NOW. [XXX]. The corvair was recalled for far less. Simply driving this....is the danger/hazard. I know you don't give a [XXX]. So [XXX] you for doing nothing. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Weirton, WV, USA

problem #101

Feb 272023

F-150

  • miles
So my 2017 F-150 keeps having transmission problems. I've been to the dealer 3 different times in the last 2 months. I took it in the first time for the control module malfunction and a bang from under the driver seat. The dealership came back to me with a quote for 11K worth of repairs. EBS control module was the problem not the transmission. Drove the truck around 150-200 miles and took it back for the transmission issue again. They came back this time with oh it's the valve body of the transmission. That get's fixed. Have the truck back 3 weeks or so and the WRENCH light comes on, which is a problem with the powertrain. I will never own another FORD vehicle again. I'm the only owner of this truck. I've paid 10K out of pocket to get it fixed and it's still not fixed. Even though the light is on they say there weren't any codes for that. Mechanics aren't like they used to be. If the laptop doesn't tell them what to do they are clueless and have no idea what to do. Really Pissed Off Customer.

- Parker , CO, USA

problem #100

Apr 132023

F-150

  • miles
While driving vehicle randomly down shifts or slips out of gear causing truck tires to lose traction and suddenly slow down rate of speed. Dash lights around the transmission and gear numbers are flashing and or disappear, go away, or are not illuminated. Diagnose code (DTC) code P1702 present in system. Service shop said complete teardown required to further diagnose. Six week wait with other vehicles in line ahead of

- Chico, CA, USA

problem #99

Mar 182023

F-150

  • miles
While driving on the interstate the vehicle transmission slipped and lost 8 gears. The vehicle was only able to run with 5th and 9th gear. At this time the wrench warning light appeared on the dash, I checked the owner's manual, which said powertrain failure take it to the dealer. It has been inspected and confirmed by the dealer that the transmission needs to be replaced.

- Fort Myers, FL, USA

problem #98

Mar 242023

F-150

  • miles
Truck-??s powertrain control system detected an issue with the transmission shift solenoids not responding as expected - causing the transmission and drive functions to fail. The failure resulted in my transmission being shot - and the need for a full transmission rebuild. My safety was put at risk because the truck lost complete loss of driveability, and ability for sh*ting of gears. The vehicle has been inspected by the manufacturer's agent, Holman Ford of Maple Shade, NJ. I received a number of warning alerts from the Ford Pass system beginning on March 24, 2023. There were no warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms prior to the failure.

- Shamong, NJ, USA

problem #97

Oct 032022

F-150

  • miles
While driving through Portland Oregon in heavy traffic on a multi-lane highway at 65 mph the transmission suddenly shifted down violently shaking the entire vehicle. This happened at least three times within a mile or two before I could get into the outside lane. By then it seemed fine. Luckily no one rearended me and I did not hit another vehicle. No engine light came on at any time. It spent a month at the dealership, but they couldn't locate the problem because there was no code. I had shoulder replacement surgery and could not drive for eight weeks after the truck was available. Two days after I was able to drive, the warning light came on, but would go out if you turned the engine off. This happened intermittently over several weeks until I was able to get it home with the light on and use my code reader. The code was P0741 for a transmission clutch problem. Returning to the dealership, they diagnosed it as a bad torque converter and valve body. No converter is available at this time and no idea about when in the future it will be available. I'm concerned that when they replace the part it will still be the same as the defective one and not a reengineered one. I was lucky enough to avoid an accident and I've found many instances where other consumers have had similar issues with this transmission. Some consumers have even filed lawsuits. I might not be as lucky the next time if the problem is not solved.

- Spokane, WA, USA

problem #96

Mar 222023

F-150

  • miles
Wednesday. 22 March 2023: While driving on the Hwy 83 By-Pass accelerating up an incline, the F150 shifted from 6th gear to 3rd gear. It did not downshift to 5th or 4th. It went directly from 6th to 3rd gear. When it did this the truck went from 55 mph to skidding the rear tires (almost a complete stop) before the truck moved forward in 3rd gear. During this immediate deceleration instance, (where my sternum bounced off the seat belt) the "dummy light" Wrench icon appeared as well as prompts on the dashboard indicating there were faults with Blind Spot System and Cross Traffic System. I pulled over to the side of the road and shut the vehicle off. Due to the immediate deceleration and loss of traction with the road surface, if there would have been someone following behind me or if the roads were icy, there would have been an accident for sure. I (as well as the Ford dealership) were able to pull scan codes P1702 and P0706 (both codes are transmission faults) that historically directly correlate with a faulty Molded Lead Frame. The Molded Lead Frame is currently a Ford Recall for 2011-2013 Ford F150 vehicles. Although, this should extend to 2014 and above vehicles as they use the same 6R80 six-speed transmission. There were no warnings or symptoms prior to this incident that would have indicated any transmission faults or issues. The dealership has confirmed the Molded Lead Frame is the cause of the erratic shifting.

- Westhope, ND, USA

problem #95

Jan 022023

F-150

  • miles
The transmission on this truck is awful. I-??ve taken the truck to the dealership twice already. The last time I took my truck to the dealership was in January and they had it for 6 weeks to work on several issues. Mainly for the transmission because it was shifting very rough and makes a loud noisy going from one gear to another. After I got my truck back in February, the problem occurred almost immediately and has only gotten worse. I called my service writer at the dealership twice and left voicemails and haven-??t heard back yet.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

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