On Jan 25th, 27th and 29th a "malfunction indicator lamp - regulatory' light went on, and at the same time there was a warning of 'reduce power' the truck power results in an reduction of speed to 10-20 mph. This happens at speed, 60-70mph on the freeway, to 10-20 mph. Fortunately I was able to get off the road. I took the truck to the dealer, after a 'software' upgrade I was told the truck was ok. However on fed 11th at night on a highway with no shoulder the "malfunction indicator lamp - regulatory' light when on, and at the same time there was a warning of 'reduce power' the truck power results in an reduction of speed to 10-20 mph. The only way to get the truck going, is to shut it off and re-start the truck, the engine 'light' stays on, however the truck runs fine. Its now at the dealer, for the last 3 days. They think it has something to do with the turbo over boost. My main concerns is not the turbo, but the 'coding' that de-rates the engine, when at speed resulting in an immediate safety issue. While on all of my occasions I was able to get the truck restarted without another vehicle running into me. I am requesting assurances that the 'code' or programming that causes the reduced power to be removed. For me this is far more important that making a repair to the turbo, as it's directly to safety.

- Milpitas, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the auto start function was used to remotely start the vehicle. The contact later noticed flames under the hood. A fire truck arrived with a fire inspector who extinguished the flames. The insurance company was notified and stated there was extensive damager near the engine assembly. An independent source was called to investigate the failure. Benna Ford superior (3022 tower ave, superior, wi 54880, (715) 394-8669) and the manufacturer were notified of the fire. A fire inspection report was to be determined. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 10,000.

- Duluth, MN, USA

While coming to a stop, the engine shut off and a message displayed that the engine auto start/stop function was engaged, put the vehicle in park, and re-start engine. This was with the auto start/stop feature already disengaged, which I always do. It is very dangerous for your engine to cut off while driving and have to stop, put it in park, and re-start it in moving traffic. I have read multiple reports of this same problem on several forums. Vehicle is a 2018 Ford F150 XLT, 5.0 engine, had about 4000 miles on it.

- Bremerton, WA, USA

While driving, between about 800 and 1700rpms, when you let off of the accelerator pedal, the timing chains rattle for about 1 second. It does it every time within those RPM ranges.

- Claremore, OK, USA

During some starts engine will produce a smell. Looking underneath vehicle, I've noticed 2 leaks coming from the exhaust system.

- Rossford, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. While driving 3 mph and approaching a stop sign, the automatic engine shut off engaged when the brake pedal was released. Upon releasing the brake pedal, the steering wheel suddenly seized. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 17,459. The VIN was not available.

- Gallatin, TN, USA

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. While towing a trailer at 60 mph, the vehicle vibrated violently and shook. The contact had to drive dangerously below the speed limit to maintain control of the vehicle. The dealer (eric von schledorn Ford, W4873 co rd R R, random lake, wi 53075, (920) 994-4376) stated that the failure was caused by the trailer not the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that they would call the contact and dealer back. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 1,000. Consumer stated vibration problem was an inherent problem.

- Random Lake, WI, USA

Engine revs up on it own: When driving at a speed ~ 10 mph down my graveled 600 feet driveway, the engine revs up, exceeding 6000 RPM. This has occurred on 5 occasions, twice in November and three times in December, latest being 12/24/2018. I had the vehicle less than 5 months with 3300 miles on it. I noted when it occurs, it's when the vehicle is first started up. The rear tires dig in and start spinning, throwing gravel. Pressing the brake and coming to a complete stop lower the RPM and settle the engine down. This could be a accident waiting to happen in highway or busy city traffic. I've noted on carcomplaints.com, several Ford F150 owners have this problem.

- Jackson Springs, NC, USA

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. While driving 60 mph, the check engine indicator illuminated and the vehicle jerked back and forth and decelerated to approximately 20 mph. The engine seized and the contact noticed smoke coming from the hood and tailpipe. The vehicle was taken to evergreen Ford Lincoln (1500 18th ave nw, issaquah, wa 98027, 425-392-6900) where it was diagnosed that the engine failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 772.

- Moses Lake, WA, USA

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. While driving various speeds and changing gears, a high pitched whining sound was present. Also, while driving and releasing the accelerator pedal, a rattling sound was present coming from the engine. In addition, water leaked into the cabin due to a faulty vent. The vehicle was taken to hassett Ford (3530 sunrise hwy, wantagh, NY 11793), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 60.

- Port Washington, NY, USA

My truck has the 2.7 engine. While towing our trailer longer distances the truck will stall while exiting the highway or stopping for fuel. It will not restart without pressing on the gas and dropping it into drive. Its very unsafe because you might be in a intersection and cannot steer it because of the electric steering. This has been a ongoing issue sincee it was new and they cannot figure out the problem. Its to the point that I dont feel safe towing with this truck especially with my family in it.

- Sodus, NY, USA

Vehicle stalls whenever coming to a stop after towing for more than an hour. Requires the vehicle to be placed in park to restart, but will continue to stall out immediately. Dangerous at intersections and stop-and-go traffic. Also stalls (when towing) when attempting to restart after refuelling. Only way to get the vehicle to start without stalling it to keep the gas pedal pressed to keep the RPM above 1500; or wait 10-15 mins for engine to cool. No check engine/computer system error given at all. Only stalls when vehicle has been towing over a long distance. Occurred 20+ times a day over the course of traveling across the us and Canada in July/August 2018. Took the vehicle into Ford service center in longmont, co, but were unable to diagnose with no code. I am seeing more and more reports of the same problem occurring with 2018 Ford F-150 2.7L ecoboost models. Https://www.Ford-trucks.com/forums/1515205-2-7-ecoboost-stalls-dies-after-towing.html I have a video of the stalling occurring after refuelling but file size is too large to attach. Let me know if you would like it emailed directly.

- Boulder, CO, USA

Engine makes a very loud clicking and ratcheting sound after every throttle lift for the first 15min of engine operation. I did not hear it until the Ford dealership worked on the intake system for the stumbling and hesitation issues. It can be hear over 300 feet away. My neighbors and friends all ask what is wrong with my new truck. I suspect the engine vibration issue is related to this very loud intake noise.

- Manchester, TN, USA

My 2018 Ford F150 XLT V8 with 10-speed transmission has failed to accelerate from a stop after idling. The start/stop function is always disabled when I drive. The truck hesitates and stumbles upon light acceleration. One time it continued for a few seconds before quitting completely. It makes me really nervous when I am pulling out into traffic as I feel it may hesitate. I give plenty room to traffic and expect it to stumble so that I do not get into the middle of the road and have it quit. I've never had a vehicle that I had to substantially change my driving behavior to adapt to its many faults. Dangerous truck.

- Manchester, TN, USA

My truck has a constant rattle/detonation/preignition noise during all driving. It is especially bad during hot summer months. It has only gotten worse as months have gone by. It is especially noticeable while climbing very slight uphill grades and at speeds between 35-55mph. It can be heard from inside and outside vehicle. The noise is coming from engine. A vibration and shudder can be felt in vehicle when noise is present. When it is really bad, the sound is very loud and sounds like a metal hammer banging on inside of engine. I was told this would get better with mileage, but has only gotten worse. I have audio and video recordings of noise over then past 10months. I am very worried that this engine is going to fail.

- Manchester, TN, USA

My truck has had an engine stumbling, hesitation, and misfiring problem since day 1 of ownership. The dealership said it would resolve itself after 2000miles of normal driving but it has not. It has progressively gotten worse over 10 months of ownership. It is much worse during hot summer weather (ie temps above 90F). Occasionally when depressing the accelerator, the truck hesitates and fails to accelerate. I am very worried that it will do this when pulling out in traffic. The dealerships have been able to duplicate the problem but have not been able to fix it. I am using my 2nd vehicle to drive to/from work as this new 2018 F-150 V8 is unreliable.

- Manchester, TN, USA

The truck has acceleration problems.. its known as the dead pedal.. I have taken it back to Ford twice. They tell me all the trucks have this problem. Im afraid that it going to cause a accident. My wife will not drive the truck because of this..

- Dallas, GA, USA

Daughter drove the vehicle home, parked it, and turned off vehicle. While inside the residence, daughter heard dogs outside barking. Daughter went to check on dogs and saw that the vehicle was on fire. The vehicle was parked and engine was not on. The vehicle fully engulfed in flames. The vehicle fire also burned a part of the exterior of the residence. The vehicle is currently still at the residence where it burned. I request that this vehicle be investigated because there was not reason for it to have caught fire. It was not involved in any type of accident.

- Corpus Christi, TX, USA

With auto stop/start disabled using the dash control, the engine shut down while moving on a city street in traffic during a slow-speed 90 right-hand turn. The on-dash message referenced either the auto shutdown or auto start/stop function stopping the engine and instructed that the vehicle be placed in park to restart. The vehicle did restart after coming to a complete stop and placing the transmission in park. Vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. They reported that no diagnostic trouble codes were present in the system and that the problem could not be replicated after "several" test drives.

- Montgomery, AL, USA

I have had two run away full accelerations in this new truck. I accelerated firmly and the accelerator refused to disengage. At over 90 mphm I put the car in neutral, the RPM increased and I shut off the key. Next time in the same drive it happened again and I immediately shut off the key. I will notify my dealer tomorrow. I will not drive in this vehicle again. As an experienced commercial Pilot I have been trained how to deal with this issue but the public has no clue what to do.

- Plano, TX, USA