One problem related to tailgate latch has 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.
Tailgate will not stay closed, intermittently would pop open. Been in dealer shop on two occasions; but, problem still reoccurring. The dealer had installed rear tailgate strikers to solve the problem but it did not correct the problem.
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Door Latch problems | |
| Tailgate Latch problems | |
| Hood Latch problems |