Alternator/generator/regulator problems of the 2018 Ford F-150

One problem related to alternator/generator/regulator has been reported for the 2018 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2018 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2018 F-150.

1 Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Failure Date: 05/24/2024

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the drive train inoperative warning light illuminated. In addition, the transmission independently downshifted from 10th gear to 7th gear. The contact stated that the engine abruptly seized, and the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with alternator failure due to engine oil leaking onto the alternator. The contact was informed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the transmission shifted independently and unusually hard while shifting. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.


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