general problems of the 2018 Ford F-150 - part 2

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that over time the knocking sound became more frequent, and the vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with defective cam phasers, and an estimate was provided for the cost of the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact while parked and attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the valves inside the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 20 mph, the engine seized. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine had locked up and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 17v672000 (engine); however, the VIN was not included. The contact stated that previously, the vehicle was diagnosed by the same local dealer as needing a camshaft phaser replacement. The vehicle was repaired under the Ford customer satisfaction program: 21n03; however, the failure reoccurred years later, and the vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the same repair was performed. The vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to the same independent mechanic, where the failure was duplicated on several occasions; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a cam shaft rattle. The contact was informed that the cam shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 99,800.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under an unstated recall; however, the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and running, the vehicle shuddered and there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the residence and a dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving uphill with the cruise control activated, the transmission downshifted into first gear and the contact depressed the brake pedal, and the transmission shifted back into tenth gear. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. Additionally, the contact was informed that the engine oil level was low. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not decided whether to pay for the repair. The manufacturer was notified on the failure and informed the contact that the warranty had expired. The contact was referred by the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000.

Complete engine assembly (including internal bearings), twin turbochargers, and water pump. - failure mode: while driving at highway speeds, the engine warning lamp illuminated “low engine oil level,” followed by an audible ticking noise from the front of the truck. Upon shutting the engine off and attempting restart, the engine locked up and would not turn over. - availability: the failed engine and associated components remain intact on the vehicle and are available for inspection at my local Ford dealership or by any third-party expert. For safety, loss of power steering and braking assist occurred instantly when the engine warning lamp came on, greatly increasing the risk of a high-speed collision. - the engine seized without warning, stranding me on a busy interstate shoulder and creating a serious hazard to passing motorists and my personal safety. - on June 3rd, Ford?authorized service technicians at bird kultgen Ford in waco texas, confirmed complete engine failure, twin?turbo damage, and a failed water pump. - a written estimate for repairs was provided which the amount was in excess of 20,000$ for a new engine, new turbochargers, and water pump. - completed on June 3rd, with diagnostic report and repair estimate on file. - manufacturer response: I sent a certified letter to Ford corporate on June 23, no acknowledgment or reply has been received in over 14 business days. - no police, insurance adjuster, or other third parties have yet performed an independent inspection, pending Ford’s response. - initial warning: “low engine oil level” dashboard message appeared at approximately 65 mph on the interstate. - audible symptoms: a distinct ticking noise under the hood began immediately after the warning lamp. - no prior oil leaks or dashboard indicators had appeared before this highway incident.

Cam phaser rattling sounds starting the engine.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated when he starts the vehicle from a cold start the vehicle was shaking an shuddering strongly. The contact stated that after 10 seconds the vehicle would idle smoothly. The contact stated no warning was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The dealer advised that there was a manufacturer recall but the contact was no longer covered under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA safety hot line. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.

We were driving on the highway when the truck starting jerking/shuttering and losing power. The wrench light came on, we put on the hazard lights and limped off the nearest exit.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the contact noticed a rattling sound coming from the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with cam phaser failure. The contact was informed that the cam phaser and the cam shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact referenced customer satisfaction programs: 21n03 and 21b10; however, the contact was informed that both programs had expired. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 131,550.

Plastic two piece oil pan installed by factory with insufficient rtv resulting in a significant oil leak and possible fire potential as run back of oil reaches exhaust components. Vehicle is well kept and serviced regularly with less than 100k miles. Vehicle is out of warranty and down time is several days for a fix that results in using the same plastic oil pan with an estimate of $1200. Unfortunately this same oil pan will result in a similar leak in the future if fixed. Aftermarket aluminum options are available which result in a much better sealing surface. Ford please fix this issue. Oil leaking from pan first noticed during stops at red lights while idling and smelling burning oil thru vents. Ford dealer confirmed oil pan leak and suggested immediate replacement.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was white smoke coming from the exhaust. In addition, the contact stated that the engine was running abnormally rough. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a blown head gasket and engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. In addition, the contact was informed that the failure was due to an abnormal oil consumption. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission was slipping. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 193,000.

The vehicle will cut off or shut down unexpectedly. This is a safety issue because I could be in traffic with other vehicles when this happens. The vehicle is currently at the dealership and they have quoted $6,000-$8,000 for repairs. No warning, it occured last week. I almost wrecked when it happened. The vehicle was riding rough and then it cut off.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact heard an abnormal rattling coming from the engine. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired, but was in the process of being repaired. The contact stated that the cam phasers were replaced several years ago under warranty. The contact related to the failure of the customer satisfaction program: 21n03 (engine cam phaser replacement); however, the vehicle was not included in the customer satisfaction program. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. After the engine had reached normal operating temperatures, the rattling sound ceased; however, the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the cam phasers. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to customer satisfaction program: 21n03. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 44,000.

The 2018 F-150 has a huge oil consumption problem, constantly having to add oil after several hundred miles driving the truck, at a minimum a qt at a time. The F-150 10speed transmisson also has a hard shift and jerks while shifting gears, after it warms up it the harshness of the hard shift goes away but still has the hard shifts. There is no warning lights on the dash, and it can be reproduced. Have on several occasions with the hard shifting almost caused several accidents being rear ended due to the truck not shifting out of gears as it should. Along with several times on the interstate after having to stop for other accidents and the truck not getting back up up to speed as it should.

The car has very bad cam phasers that are a manufacturing issue from Ford. This is causing a lot of damage to the engine and also it has put me in very dangerous situations because of the huge decrease in power when I am exiting into a highway or changing lanes. I have spoke to Ford and they did not want to help me especially when they have had multiple recalls for this in the past and even extended recalls. Please help me with this, because it's a big issue and it's a manufacturing problem from Ford.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicle was difficult to start. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the cam phasers were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced customer satisfaction program: 21b10; as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000.

While driving the vehicle it often shifts out of gear. It will hard shift change and not drive, which causes people behind you to have to unexpectedly stop or speed up on you because truck shifts out of gear. Very dangerous situation, and online people often complain about it.

I was stopped at a stop sign and then proceeded to press the gas and turn into the far lane. A quarter to halfway through the turn the engine shut off and I got the message “ auto startstop shift to p, then restart engine”. Had to put the vehicle in park in the middle of the road and restart the engine. Luckily no one was coming but if there had been I could have been hit.

10 speed auto transmission failure.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated while starting. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the valve body and transmission drum needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 25v164000 (power train); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of oil per week. The contact stated that one quart of oil was added per week. The contact was unaware of any oil leaks. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that a longer oil dip stick and an engine software update was needed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the oil consumption persisted. The contact took the vehicle back to the same dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that there was damage to cylinder #2. The engine was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that much later while start the vehicle in the morning and shifting to drive (d), the transmission remained stuck in 1st gear. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the transmission struggled while shifting into, and out of 2nd gear. The contact stated that once the vehicle hard warmed up, the transmission was shifting normally. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle back to the same dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on several occasions after starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 139,000.

Ford had two recalls on 2018 F-150. My vehicle had both issues and was not part of the recall. They had a cam phaser recall that caused timing chain failure if not addressed and excessive oil consumption recall. My vehicle was regular serviced at Ford and it had a rattling noise which indicated possibly timing chain issue but Ford never mentioned any issues at time of service or any warning lights. The timing chain failed and caused damage tonthe engine. The engine has to be rebuilt or replaced for 10k-12k in cost.

Cam phaser rattle, water pump & thermostat.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam phasers had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a misfire coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart and was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed due to excessive oil consumption. The mechanic determined that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the same assessment was made. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the nhsta hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure persisted over time. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the nhsta hotline for assistance. The contact related to the failure of technical service bulletin number: 20-2315. The failure mileage was approximately 144,000.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the contact heard a ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam phasers had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 61,577.

Our 2018 f-15 with 3. 5 ecoboost has experienced known issues with the cam phasers, a loud rattle during startup. Ford service technicians report the problem to be from a pin coming loose on the cam phaser, resulting in the cam phaser slapping. Ford has acknowledged the issue and designed an updated cam phaser but has selectively chosen to replace the defective items only if a truck is under warranty. This said, the updated cam phasers were available after many trucks exceeded their warranty.

When accelerating to highway speeds, my truck downshifts a gear or 2. This has been happening for the past year since I purchased the truck. When I try to accelerate to 60 mph from 50 it is really hesitant after downshifting.