Federal telemetry verified ● Model-year dossier

2018 FORD F-150

Complaint-pattern analysis from publicly available NHTSA safety records.

9.9Reliability score / 10

System health index

Reliability telemetry

A cohort-relative signal that annualizes documented reports for vehicle age and weights NHTSA crash or fire flags.

Documented incidents99

Reports with crash / fire flags0

Flagged-report share0.00%

Primary reported systemPOWER TRAIN

Scores are relative to the indexed vehicle cohort, not failure rates. Crash and fire flags identify how a complaint was recorded by NHTSA; they do not establish that a reported component caused the event.

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Data-based buyer guidance

Review source records

Use the complaint patterns as a research starting point, alongside recalls, maintenance history, and an inspection.

Dataset signal

This model year has 99 processed complaint reports; POWER TRAIN is the most frequently classified system at 69.7% of reports.

Model-year context

Available adjacent years span 72–99 reports. This year has more reports than 2017 and 2019.

Before you buy

Check open recalls using the vehicle identification number (VIN).
Review the linked NHTSA reports for symptoms that match the vehicle you are considering.
Ask for maintenance records and arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection.

This is a statistical research aid, not a mechanical diagnosis, failure prediction, or recommendation to buy or avoid a vehicle.

Component analysis

Most frequently reported systems.

POWER TRAIN69 documented reports

69.7%

ENGINE19 documented reports

19.2%

OTHER / UNSPECIFIED7 documented reports

7.1%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6 documented reports

6.1%

SERVICE BRAKES6 documented reports

6.1%

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2 documented reports

2.0%

STRUCTURE2 documented reports

2.0%

EXTERIOR LIGHTING2 documented reports

2.0%

HYDRAULIC2 documented reports

2.0%

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2 documented reports

2.0%

Show all 17 reported components

VISIBILITY/WIPER1 documented reports

1.0%

SUSPENSION1 documented reports

1.0%

LANE DEPARTURE1 documented reports

1.0%

WHEELS1 documented reports

1.0%

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE1 documented reports

1.0%

AIR BAGS1 documented reports

1.0%

ENGINE / ENGINE COOLING1 documented reports

1.0%

Failure intelligence

What to inspect before you buy.

Complaint clusters identify repeated reported symptoms; they are not a diagnosis or defect finding.

POWER TRAIN

10R80 Transmission Issues

17 reports

Danger zone mileage62,750–97,000 miMedian: 86,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Transmission downshifts unexpectedly
Loss of power or deceleration
Harsh or violent shifting
Failure to engage gears properly during acceleration or critical driving maneuvers

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the CDF drum and related clutch components for wear or failure, particularly in 10R80 transmissions manufactured between 2017 and 2022.

POWER TRAIN: 17 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 62750, median 86000, and P75 97000 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Powertrain Issues in 2018 Ford F-150

5 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission slipping
Unintended deceleration
Loss of motive power
Brakes becoming inoperable during power failure while driving at speed; abrupt shifts between gears (1st to 7th) observed; fresh oil change service indicated possible underlying issue; communication errors indicated through warning light; engine temperature gauge showing HOT; vehicle stalling at speed; vagueness and hesitance during acceleration from stop.

Pre-purchase check

Consult a qualified technician for a full diagnostic and inspect the transmission and related components. Pay attention to any stored error codes, specifically those related to communication between engine and transmission systems.

POWER TRAIN: 5 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

ENGINE

Engine Cam Phaser Rattle on Cold Start

2 reports

Danger zone mileage68,250–84,750 miMedian: 76,500 mi

Reported symptoms

Rattling noise from the front of the engine on cold start
Noise lasts several seconds and worsens over time
Check engine light illuminated

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the variable camshaft timing (VCT) units and associated timing components for wear or failure, particularly related to cam phaser functionality.

ENGINE: 2 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 68250, median 76500, and P75 84750 miles.

ENGINE

Transmission and Engine Failures

2 reports

Danger zone mileage25,883–25,883 miMedian: 25,883 mi

Reported symptoms

Loss of power during acceleration
Harsh and erratic transmission shifting
Hanging in gear
Complete loss of 2nd gear serviceability contextually causing unpredictable acceleration in traffic

Pre-purchase check

Consider thorough inspection of the transmission components, specifically the 10R80 transmission system along with associated engine components such as timing chains and cam phasers.

ENGINE: 2 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 25883, median 25883, and P75 25883 miles.

POWER TRAIN

10R80 Transmission Issues

2 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Jerk during shifting
Hard shifting
Stuck in gear
Inappropriate downshifting in response to gear changes or acceleration delay

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission fluid levels and condition, check for software updates or diagnostic trouble codes related to transmission behavior.

POWER TRAIN: 2 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Gear Shifting Issues

2 reports

Danger zone mileage60,000–60,000 miMedian: 60,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Shifts from high gear to low gear at high speeds
Locks up back tires
Revs up over 7000rpm in low gears
Abrupt downshifts into first gear from higher gears

Pre-purchase check

Inspect power train system for gear shifting malfunctions and check for any transmission software updates or mechanical wear.

POWER TRAIN: 2 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 60000, median 60000, and P75 60000 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Shifting Issues

2 reports

Danger zone mileage24,000–24,000 miMedian: 24,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Hard shifting
Jerky shifting
Slippage
Dangerous hesitation or engagement problems with transmission during driving situations, including intersections and highway driving. Frequent sudden downshifts without warning, especially when slowing down or at a stop. Clunking noises when shifting gears.

Pre-purchase check

Have the power train and transmission control module (TCM) inspected for fault codes, connection issues, and transmission fluid levels. Check for software updates and recall notices that may be correlated with the symptoms described.

POWER TRAIN: 2 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 24000, median 24000, and P75 24000 miles.

SERVICE BRAKES

Loss of Braking Power

2 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

soft/spongy brake pedal
brake fluid leaking from the master cylinder
total loss of brakes
brake indicator light illuminated

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the master cylinder for leaks and check brake fluid levels. Verify the condition of the brake booster and associated components.

SERVICE BRAKES: 2 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

SERVICE BRAKES

Service Brake Failure

2 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Brake fluid level warning displayed
Brake pedal goes to floorboard
Brakes fail to work properly
Inoperable brakes while driving at high speed (55 MPH)

Pre-purchase check

Inspect brake fluid level, brake system for leaks, and computer communication errors related to drivetrain.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Electrical System Malfunction

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Truck goes into low gear unexpectedly
Vehicle reverses when shifted to drive
Burning smell while vehicle is stalled

Pre-purchase check

Check electrical connections and transmission settings; verify functionality post-recall.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Electrical System and Transmission Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission slipping
Metal specks in transmission fluid
Rear camera screen turning white

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission fluid for metal debris and check rear camera connections and functionality.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Fog Lamp Assembly Heat Damage

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Significant heat damage to fog lamp assembly
Melting and burning of components
Concern about fire risk

Pre-purchase check

Inspect fog lamp assembly for signs of heat damage or melting; document findings and consider replacement if damage is evident.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Odometer Discrepancy

1 reports

Danger zone mileage93,000–93,000 miMedian: 93,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Mileage discrepancy between odometer reading and vehicle history report.
Potential odometer fraud.

Pre-purchase check

Verify odometer readings against vehicle history report and check for signs of tampering.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 93000, median 93000, and P75 93000 miles.

ENGINE

Cam Phaser Failure

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Erratic engine runtime
Erratic hard shifting
Random downshifts at highway speed
Inappropriate gear engagement

Pre-purchase check

Inspect cam phasers and consider resetting transmission learned behaviors after replacement.

ENGINE: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

ENGINE

Engine Gear Shifting Issue

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Truck missing gears when pulling onto highway
RPMs jumped high
Truck wouldn't shift
Driving sluggish after missing gears

Pre-purchase check

Check for any diagnostic trouble codes related to powertrain malfunction and inspect the transmission system for possible failure.

ENGINE: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

ENGINE

Engine Oil Level Concern

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Check engine light illuminated
No oil reported in engine between oil change intervals

Pre-purchase check

Inspect engine oil level and condition; check for leaks or consumption issues.

ENGINE: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

ENGINE

Engine Shut Off While Driving

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Engine cuts off unexpectedly while driving
Near accidents due to engine shutdown

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the engine and associated electrical systems for faults or failures.

ENGINE: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

ENGINE

Engine Stalling and Jerking

1 reports

Danger zone mileage80,000–80,000 miMedian: 80,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Vehicle is stalling
Vehicle is jerking
Long idling

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the engine and transmission for wear and connectivity issues, considering the reported stalling and jerking behavior.

ENGINE: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 80000, median 80000, and P75 80000 miles.

ENGINE

Engine and Transmission Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission slipping
Metal specks in transmission fluid
Cam phaser repair issues
Leaking due to improper sealant in engine related to cam phaser repair

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission fluid for metal particles and evaluate the cam phaser seal integrity.

ENGINE: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

ENGINE

Gearbox Slipping in Engine Component

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

slipping gears
issues during downshifting
acceleration problems
upshifting issues

Pre-purchase check

Check gearbox software mapping and mechanical integrity.

ENGINE: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

ENGINE

Oil Absorption by Cylinder Wall Liners

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Oil consumption increase
Visible oil leaks

Pre-purchase check

Inspect cylinder wall liners for wear and oil absorption issues.

ENGINE: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

ENGINE

Transmission Intermittency and Loss of Control

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Sudden drop in speed on the highway
Intermittent acceleration
Inability to control speed
Oil lamp activation before check engine light

Pre-purchase check

Have the vehicle inspected by a qualified technician to check transmission functionality and error codes.

ENGINE: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

OTHER / UNSPECIFIED

Check Engine Light Activation Post Recall

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Check engine light activation after recall completion
Error code P0430 (Catalyst System) reported

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the vehicle's emissions system and check for exhaust leaks or component failure related to the catalytic converter.

OTHER / UNSPECIFIED: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

OTHER / UNSPECIFIED

Loss of Power During Acceleration

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Loss of power while accelerating from a stop
Vehicle would not shift into gear
Limited driving speed

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission components and related systems for wear or malfunction.

OTHER / UNSPECIFIED

Severe Downshifting and Jerking

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Severe downshifting
Vehicle jerks or whiplashes during driving
No warning lights present

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission and associated components for irregularities and signs of wear or failure.

OTHER / UNSPECIFIED

Transmission Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileage60,000–60,000 miMedian: 60,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Transmission stopped gearing into 2nd gear
Truck jerks during operation
Transmission deterioration reported

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission components and check for known issues specific to 2018 F150 models.

OTHER / UNSPECIFIED: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 60000, median 60000, and P75 60000 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Cam Phasers Direct Failure

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Erratic engine runtime
Transmission hard shifting
Random downshifts at highway speed
Improper gear engagement during acceleration

Pre-purchase check

Inspect cam phasers and associated engine components for wear or failure; reset transmission learning tables after replacement if applicable.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Engine Oil Levels and Warning Light

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Check engine light illuminated
Low or no oil levels noted between service changes

Pre-purchase check

Inspect engine oil levels and check for leaks or oil consumption issues.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Engine Rattling Noise on Cold Start

1 reports

Danger zone mileage60,000–60,000 miMedian: 60,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Rattling noise from the front of the engine on cold start
Noise duration increased over time
Check engine light illuminated

Pre-purchase check

Inspect variable camshaft timing (VCT) units and associated timing components for wear or failure.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 60000, median 60000, and P75 60000 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Grinding Noise from Power Train

1 reports

Danger zone mileage24,600–24,600 miMedian: 24,600 mi

Reported symptoms

Loud metal-on-metal grinding noise
Noise occurs while traveling at 70 MPH
Disengaging cruise control stops the noise
Noise reoccurs when accelerating from a stop

Pre-purchase check

Inspect drivetrain and front-wheel components for wear or damage; check transmission fluid levels.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 24600, median 24600, and P75 24600 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Intermittent Transmission Gear Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileage60,000–60,000 miMedian: 60,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Transmission intermittently works in 2nd and 3rd gears
Loss of acceleration when pulling into traffic
Unsafe driving conditions reported

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the transmission control module and transmission performance, especially under load and shifting conditions.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 60000, median 60000, and P75 60000 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Hesitation and Jolt during Shifts

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Hesitation when accelerating
Loss of acceleration on start
Jolting sensation during shifts

Pre-purchase check

Inspect power train components, focusing on transmission behavior and acceleration responsiveness.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Loss of Power

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Loss of power during acceleration
Inability to shift into gear
Limited driving speed

Pre-purchase check

Check transmission functionality and investigate any related Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs).

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Malfunction

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Missing gears when accelerating
RPMs jumping high
Truck driving sluggishly
Notification of power train malfunction/reduced power

Pre-purchase check

Inspect power train components for wear and functionality, particularly transmission and gear engagement systems.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Malfunction

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Vehicle unable to proceed from a stop
Stalling in low gear
Unexpected gear shift (went into reverse instead of drive)
Burning smell during operation

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the power train system for internal faults and verify recall completion effects.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Shifting Issue

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Will not shift into 7th gear
Downshifts to 1st gear from 6th gear around 40mph
Braking and skidding of back tires
Loss of vehicle control

Pre-purchase check

Inspect power train components for wear or malfunction, particularly the transmission and gear linkage.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Shifting Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Harsh shifting
No shifting
Vehicle will not move
Lunging forward before stopping

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission components and related systems for wear or failure signs.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Stalling and Gear Shifting Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Vehicle stalls unexpectedly
Slams into lower gear
Loss of power causing abrupt stops
Goes into neutral while in motion at highway speeds

Pre-purchase check

Check power train components for wear and malfunction, inspect transmission fluid levels, and test for error codes.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Stalling and Jerking

1 reports

Danger zone mileage80,000–80,000 miMedian: 80,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Vehicle stalling
Vehicle jerking
Long idling

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the transmission for signs of wear or malfunction, especially if experiencing stalling or jerking.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 80000, median 80000, and P75 80000 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Power Train Stuck in Gear

1 reports

Danger zone mileage58,500–58,500 miMedian: 58,500 mi

Reported symptoms

Vehicle gets stuck in 7th gear
Loss of acceleration
Inability to shift up or down
Vehicle is not drivable

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the power train components for wear or mechanical failure, particularly the transmission system.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 58500, median 58500, and P75 58500 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Severe Downshifting and Jerking

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

severe downshifting
vehicle jerking
whiplash effect
lack of warning lights

Pre-purchase check

Inspect power train components for wear or malfunction; check transmission fluid levels and condition.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Torque Converter Shudder and Slow Shift

1 reports

Danger zone mileage40,000–40,000 miMedian: 40,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Torque converter shutters when towing
Slow shift from 3 to 4 gear

Pre-purchase check

Inspect torque converter and transmission for hydraulic fluid quality and mechanical wear.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 40000, median 40000, and P75 40000 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Downshifting Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Harsh downshifting
Erratic gear changes
Sudden drops between multiple gears

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission fluid levels and condition; Check for software updates and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Erroneously Shifting to 1st Gear

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission shifts unexpectedly from 10th gear to 1st gear while driving at high speeds
Potential risk of engine damage
Risk of losing vehicle control leading to potential accidents

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission software and mechanical components for faults or malfunctions that may cause erratic shifting behaviors.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Hard Shifting and Noisy Start-up

1 reports

Danger zone mileage63,000–63,000 miMedian: 63,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Hard shifting up and down in certain gears
Notable hard shift in 3rd gear
Loud banging noise during hard shifts
Lurking forward when downshifting while slowing down to a stop at low speeds, posing a potential safety issue, and a loud chain rattle at start-up

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission for any irregularities in shifting, especially in 3rd gear. Additionally, examine the chain and phaser components for abnormal wear or failure.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 63000, median 63000, and P75 63000 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Intermittency and Loss of Control

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission revs drop to almost zero
Intermittent transmission behavior
Sudden drop in speed on highway
Difficulty in controlling speed and acceleration

Pre-purchase check

Currently being inspected at a dealer for diagnosis and repair.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission slips out of park
Vehicle starts as if it's in gear
Truck jumps slightly when starting
Shifts stall during acceleration from a stop

Pre-purchase check

Check transmission linkage and adjust if necessary; verify fluid levels and condition; inspect for any signs of wear or damage in the transmission components.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Power Loss Issue

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission CDF failure
Problems with 4/5th gear
Loss of power while accelerating
Check engine light flashing

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the transmission system for CDF failure and check for proper gear engagement. Review any past repairs related to cam phasers and engine condition.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Replacement Due to Hard Shifting

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Hard shifting
Transmission failure

Pre-purchase check

Inspect the power train components, particularly the Cdf drum and transmission, for wear or damage.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Shifting Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Automatic transmission fails to shift to the correct gear
Truck bypasses anticipated gear changes
Inconsistent acceleration when pressing the accelerator
Warning light appears on dashboard indicating transmission problem

Pre-purchase check

A diagnostic inspection of the transmission system is advised to identify specific issues and error codes.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Shifting Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Rough shifting during downshifts
Hard shifting from 4 to 3 gears
Hard shifting from 3 to 2 gears

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission components for bushing wear and hydraulic system performance.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Slipping and Engine Issues

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission slipping
Metal specks in transmission fluid
Engine oil leak
Rear camera malfunction

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission fluid for metal particles and assess engine seals for leaks.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Transmission Slipping and Shuddering

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission shudders when cold
Transmission slips during acceleration after warming up
Transmission sometimes loses all gears

Pre-purchase check

Consider inspecting the transmission fluid level and quality, as well as the transmission control module settings and performance.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

POWER TRAIN

Unexpected Downshift and Tire Lock-Up

1 reports

Danger zone mileage89,000–89,000 miMedian: 89,000 mi

Reported symptoms

Downshifting to a gear too low for travel speed
Rear tires briefly locking up

Pre-purchase check

Inspect power train for potential issues with downshifting mechanisms and transmission calibration.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 89000, median 89000, and P75 89000 miles.

POWER TRAIN

Unexpected Downshifting of 10 Speed Transmission

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Transmission downshifts unexpectedly at unsafe speeds
Issues related to CDF drum

Pre-purchase check

Inspect transmission components, especially the CDF drum, for faults or wear that may lead to unexpected shifting behavior.

POWER TRAIN: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

SERVICE BRAKES

Brake Hose Rupture

1 reports

Danger zone mileageMileage not reported

Reported symptoms

Brake pedal goes to the floor
Puddling of brake fluid around front passenger tire
Visibly ruptured brake hose

Pre-purchase check

Inspect brake hoses and fluid levels regularly for signs of wear or damage.

SERVICE BRAKES: 1 NHTSA complaints in this cluster, including 0 crash-flagged and 0 fire-flagged reports; reported incident mileage spans P25 unavailable, median unavailable, and P75 unavailable miles.

What the data says

POWER TRAIN is the most frequently classified component, appearing in 69.7% of complaint reports in this dataset. This 2018 FORD F-150 has 99 complaint reports in the records we have processed. One report can be classified under more than one component, so component shares do not add up to 100%.

Compare model years

These nearby model years have 2017: 84 reports · 2019: 72 reports. Complaint totals are not failure rates and should be read with vehicle age, sales volume, and reporting patterns in mind.

2017 9.7 2019 10.0