Two problems related to engine clicking and tapping noises have been reported for the 2011 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2011 F-150.
5. 0 engine started knocking at 130k miles. Timing chains are also stretched causing another ticking sound.
Poor gas mileage. Window sticker says 23 mpg highway, best I ever got is 16 mpg,with cruise set at 65 mph on flat level highway. Had at dealer, 4 times, they updated computor, changed turbo intercooler and they still cant improve my fuel economy. Around town I get 12 mpg. Bad turbo lag when pulling out low power, dealer said its how turbos work. Doors rattle, speakers crackle, rear end springs make a creaking sound. 4 wheel drive makes a loud growling, sounds like gears are not meshed right. I would not recomend a new F-150 to any one. Nothing but trips to the dealer and let downs.