Door problems of the 2001 Ford F-150

Six problems related to door have been reported for the 2001 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2001 F-150.

1 Door problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2010

The contact owns a 2001 Ford F-150. The contact inadvertently tried to open the door to the rear driver side of the vehicle, but the door would not open. The contact stated that this was a recurring failure. The dealer diagnosed that the door upper locking system need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

2 Door problem

Failure Date: 02/09/2006

: the contact stated he is concerned about the design of the vehicle. The vehicle has four doors but only two door handles. The back doors cannot be opened without opening the front doors. If the vehicle was involved in a crash and the driver and/or front passenger were immobilized, the occupants in the back seat would not be able to exit the vehicle. Updated 3/9/2006 -.

3 Door problem

Failure Date: 04/13/2004

Consumer noticed that all four doors rusted. Dealer was very cooperative. Manufacturer's representative indicated that it was consumer's problem, not Ford company's responsibility.

4 Door problem

Failure Date: 04/11/2003

2001 F-150 harley edition super crew - "chromed" interior door handle on driver side came up at the seam, and cut a chunk of my pinky finger off. It was sharp as an exacto razor blade.

5 Door problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2002

The bottom of the doors was rusted. Consumer contacted the dealer, and manufacturer. However, did nothing to assist the consumer. Consumer was told if the door got a hole in it then they will do something.

6 Door problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2001

Outside driver's door has stress cracks located nearest to window door frame. Also, stress cracks have been there as long as 1 year. Consumer has notified manufacturer. Please provide more information.




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