10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
22,867 miles

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problem #38

Apr 132022

F-150

  • miles
I was making a left turn onto a busy highway on March 29th, and my truck shut off. A message appeared on the screen that said Auto start/stop shift to P, then restart engine. A battery and wrench symbol appeared. I almost was t-boned as a result of the malfunction.\ I bought the vehicle at Causeway Ford in Manahawkin with 62,000 miles and have only had it for a month. I took vehicle there for repair on March 30th. The dealership claimed they performed a hard reset and was able to correct the issue. I had the vehicle for 12 days since, and the issue reoccured almost causing another accident. I am furious.

- Mays Landing, NJ, USA

problem #37

Mar 072022

F-150

  • miles
UNKOWN My truck will lose power when hitting the gas. The rpms' rev up and then after a second it kicks back in. The 10 speed transmission continues to be very jerky and unsmooth. I asked the dealer and was told that's the number 1 complaint but there's nothing they can do about. The loss of power while pushing the gas to go is the biggest safety concern for me.

- West Sacramento , CA, USA

problem #36

Jan 272022

F-150

  • 35,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, he heard an abnormal loud rattling sound coming from the engine. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was an oil leak in the engine compartment and also that the 4-wheel drive had failed. The dealer reprogrammed the PCM under an unknown recall; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer - Ted Britt Ford of Fairfax (11165 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030) where it was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.

- Herndon, VA, USA

problem #35

Feb 042022

F-150

  • miles
My truck rough idles and shakes violently and then stalls and an error comes up in the dash telling me -??auto startstop shift to P then restart engine-?? Has happened numerous times. Truck currently has 44, xxx miles. This is extremely dangerous at any light, turning intersection, or stop sign. I have read many online threads through online forums of this happening in other f150s to no avail from owners and dealers alike.

- Keyport, NJ, USA

problem #34

Dec 212021

F-150

  • miles
I have had the engine shut off while driving -?? due to the code auto start stop shift to park-?? I could-??ve been in an accident this is the 4th time this has happened. Fix this issue

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #33

Nov 112021

F-150

  • miles
Motor made rattle then Loud motor noise, lost of oil pressure. Pull in lot and parked vehicle.

- Dearborn, MI, USA

problem #32

Oct 042021

F-150

  • miles
Recent oil analysis(mid October 2021) indicates a greater than 5% fuel dilution. The Cummins ASTM method of testing only permits a greater than 5% statement so fuel dilution could be much higher. First sample a year ago indicated 3% dilution. Many factors could contribute to this per research and I had advised Ford dealer with printed reports and they would not do anything at all about this stating it is standard. Oil report indicates a "severe" issue. Ford dealer wouldn't even look into possible causes to rule out. I have concern for a possible engine compartment fire/explosion might happen or possible degradation of engine leading to other possible incidents. Reports and vehicle are available. No indicator lamps or other means to know of this issue without independent testing of oil samples. Fuel mileage is averaging 17MPG.

- Johnstown, PA, USA

problem #31

Oct 202021

F-150

  • miles
Cam phasers - after the Ford dealership applied recall 21B10, the engine will shut off at undesirable times, causing a stall and making driving unsafe. This is in addition to serious knocking at engine start, and additional shudder during normal driving conditions and while idling. This recall repair has made things much worse and should be avoided.

- Richmond, TX, USA

problem #30

Oct 222021

F-150

  • miles
Under acceleration, after the engine warms up, it begins to have a severe issue with spark knock clatter which causes a loss of power due to improper computer ignition timing adjustments.

- Pooler, GA, USA

problem #29

Mar 012021

F-150

  • miles
seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism not adequately restrain The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat Transmission shifts extremely hard. It clunks most of the time when I turn the vehicle on. Often, when I shift from park to drive the trunk lurches forward even with my foot pressed down all the way on the break. It's in the ford dealer right now and all they can find is low transmission fluid. Although I've never had a warning light or anything on before. dropping from 10th gear to 5th gear when cruise is set and accelerator is pressed Truck will set advanced traction control warning off and slam so hard into 5th gear you are destructed looking to see if you were in a accident.. I have videos that were provided to Ford Motor Company and have had in 2 Ford dealership s 3 times for repairs.Ford Motor Company has 2 engineer cases opened on truck the second case they told dealership it was my fault with the abrupt shifting slamming and traction control warning at 72 mph on interstate. Ford refuses to address the safety issue. It is a hazard to me and passengers in my vehicle as well as the motoring public. Ford motor company has been notified they can assume liability if I am in a accident and someone is injured due to their negligence or refusal to fix defect. Truck has had issues since around 3500 on the odometer it now has 16,567 miles currently.This as well as any other erratic shifting complaints with said 10R180 should be fully investigated and taken seriously because it will and I am sure has contributed to crashes!!!! The vehicle has the technology package which allows you to start /stop the vehicle with an app in your phone. I assume the motor has bluetooth attached to it. The problem is that when your driving the vehicle will just shut down. Once this happens you have to stop the vehicle, put it in park, and restart the engine.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #28

Jun 112021

F-150

  • miles
While driving on a residential street the vehicle turned off and displayed -??auto startstop shift to P then restart-??. This happened several times until I pulled into my driveway.

- Boynton Beach , FL, USA

problem #27

May 022021

F-150

  • miles
My 2019 Ford F150 has a recall for the phaser nocking but livermore Ford don't want to fix it until further notice from Ford corporate, I can not drive my truck and I can not sell it because of the knocking noise. I am stuck with 30K truck, please see attachment from Ford

- Castro Valley, CA, USA

problem #26

Apr 142021

F-150

  • 13,000 miles
Engine rattles during acceleration. Rattle noise when you left off gas pedal when engine is cold and while driving.

- Austin, TX, USA

problem #25

Apr 102021

F-150

  • 13,487 miles
The vehicle appears to be using an excessive amount of oil and after operating for periods of time, the smell of burnt oil is apparent. Vehicle has less than 14,000 miles; there are no visible leaks, no visible damage or defect to the oil pan, and no visible defect or damage to the quick drain assembly. Vehicle oil was at maximum threshold one month ago and is now at lower eyelet of the dip stick indicator. Intelligent oil life indicator states that oil life is at 65%.

- Jacksonville, NC, USA

problem #24

Mar 232021

F-150

  • 18,405 miles
Vehicle shut down while moving and displayed message ' auto start stop shift to P then restart engine' after coming to a stop with no power brakes or steering, vehicle took approximately five seconds to restart and had a difficult time doing

- West Chester, PA, USA

problem #23

Mar 022021

F-150

  • 9,400 miles
Stalls with no notice

- Fulton, NY, USA

problem #22

May 132020

F-150

  • 14,230 miles
Oil consumption engine using at least 2 quarts of oil every 1500 T0 2000 miles since I bought this vehicle I have changed the oil twice and each time it goes threw 2 plus quarts within 1500 T0 2000 miles of being changed..added 5W20 synthetic oil each time 4 to 5 qts. Since having the truck. Mileage now 14,230 this is not acceptable for a new engine!

- Sutton, MA, USA

problem #21

Nov 092020

F-150

  • 6,370 miles
Vehicle shuts down. I was waiting in line of traffic for the traffic light to turn green. Motor stops, lights go out. Placed in neutral and tried to restart, would not start until after 3 - 4 minutes.

- Long Beach, WA, USA

problem #20

Oct 242020

F-150

  • 28,300 miles
This happened twice today 10/24/2020. First time I was stopped at a turning light on a main road and as soon as I let off the break the engine shutoff. Second time I was in a residential neighborhood making a turn and the engine shutoff once again displaying the image attached.

- Atwater, CA, USA

problem #19

Oct 032020

F-150

  • 4,000 miles
I purchased a left over 2019 in June 2020. The vehicle has been back twice for transmission issues to the dealership. I was told that I have to live with it from a service advisor. The vehicle's powertrain is jerky when slowing down. It feels like a kick when is goes from gear to gear up or down shifting. There is also a loud bang upon start up. I video taped it, the drive shaft twist upon start up. Seems unsafe if the drive pin is the only thing hold a 7000 lbs vehicle or if you start in neutral. Overall the PCM needs new transmission strategy applied. Very poor on Ford's behalf.

- Chantilly, VA, USA

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