Rear Suspension Problems of Ford F-150 - part 1

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear driver’s and passenger’s side wheel bearings failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

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The contact owns a 2004 Ford F-150. The contact noticed rust on the rear axle housing. The dealer diagnosed that the axle was nearly rusted all the way through and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.

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2010 Ford F-150. Consumer writes in regards to a complaint with vehicle dealership . The consumer stated in January 2012, he started to hear an incessant high pitched squeaking noise coming from the rear driver's side of the vehicle. The dealer informed the consumer the squeaking noise was coming from the tailgate latch assembly on the driver's side. The dealer stated they lubricated both sides and was road tested and the noise was gone. The service rep, then gave the consumer a tube of silicone that was used primarily for brake components and informed the consumer, if the noise returned, lubricate the tailgate latch. For awhile, there was no noise coming from the vehicle. Approximately two weeks later, the noise had returned. The consumer went to another dealer, to have the vehicle inspected. The dealer informed the consumer, that the previous dealer provided him with the wrong type of lubricant and the dealer reassured him the problem had been resolved. However, two months later, the noise had returned again. The consumer returned to the dealer again, where they chose to lubricate the tailgate latch assembly for the third time. The consumer stated he had other issues with the vehicle that were corrected, such as the right rear shock, the transmission slip yoke, a loose fuel door and a rattling noise in the driver's side door panel.

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2006 Ford F-150. Consumer writes in regards to rear end overhaul bearings repair the consumer stated the rear pinion seals were replaced two years ago. The consumer believed there was something wrong with the quality of work or there was a manufacturing defect. The dealer and Ford have agreed to cut the bill in half to $650.

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The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the cover on the rear differential rusted, causing oil to leak. The contact was concerned that the leaking oil could cause the rear differential to seize and cause a crash. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic where the pan that caused the leak was replaced. The failure mileage was 30,400.

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The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated the u-boats on the side of the vehicle that hold the rear axle in place, were not properly tightened by the manufacturer. There was a clanking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle whenever the contact drove over a bump in the road. The rear tires were balanced and an alignment was performed, but the failure continued to occur. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who confirmed that the u-boats were 50 pounds under torque. The dealer stated the rear axle shifted out of place on the vehicle and it was just a matter of time before the axle detached from the vehicle. The failure and current mileage was 15,500.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford windstar. The contact stated that he was concerned that his vehicle was not safe since the rear axle could brake as a result of the salt treatments used in the city where he resides. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included on recall NHTSA campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension, rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The current mileage was 164,951.

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We noticed a very bumpy ride, as a person would expect when driving down a rough gravel road with pot holes. When the Ford mechanic checked it out, we were told both rear shocks were no good "gone". We have not had any loads to cause this problem. Is this a defect or an isolated incedent?.

The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while having the tires changed the mechanic noticed that the rear cover on the differential was covered with rust and caused a leak. The vehicle was repaired for the rear cover and air oil was added for lubrication. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileage was approximately 102,000.

My daughter was rounding a corner in her Ford f150 king ranch truck make a hard pull to the right and she tried to correct it at that time her truck began to flip over twice. She ended up in a 10ft upside down totaled her truck and broke her collar bone. There was a wrecker driver on the scene that notice the rear axle on the drivers side of her truck had broke in half at the tire. Spoke with the original owner and they said there son had complained to them about a noise in the rear end but they couldn't find anything wrong.

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I own a 2003 Ford F-150 fx4 with an off road package. I have rarely taken this vehicle off road. Leaf springs bands were moving off of leaf springs. They were replaced once, the bands continued to move, I was told that this was normal and there was no need for concern. At this time my vehicle was still under warranty. The last time I took in for repair the leaf springs were broken, because the bands holding them together had come off completely. I was told that this was no longer a warranty item and that I would be charged for repair. I feel that there should have been a recall on this item, my leaf springs were replaced twice because of faulty manufacturing. The pin holding the leaf springs together were made of plastic.

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The 2005 f150 supercrew has a shutter in the rear end when accelerating from a complete stop. A family friend had alerted us about Ford's service bulletin about this problem, but has not issued a recall to the best of my knowledge. Our friend, a mechanic, felt the problem were the bearings in the rear end, so he installed all new bearings, however, this has not solved the problem. My vehicle only has 51,000 miles on it and it should not have problems like this. Also, the engine has a knock in it. A local mechanic stated Ford was also aware of this problem and will not issue a recall!.

: the contact stated there was a loud roaring noise coming from rear end. The vehicle has been to three dealerships. New pinion gears, and new carriage bearings were replaced but the roaring sound persisted.

: the contact stated a roaring noise was heard from the rear end of the vehicle. The entire rear end has been replaced once and rebuilt on three separate occasions. The dealership has been alerted.

Rear of consumers 2004 Ford f150 pulled him off the road. The consumer managed to get the truck back on the road, but immediately went off the road again. When the consumer managed to get the truck on the road a second time, he lost control of the truck and went across four lanes of the street. The consumer traveled up an embankment on the opposite side of the street and hit a tree. The consumer was told by the insurance company of which he was not aware of, that hit another vehicle twice and caused that car to cross all four lanes of the road.

Ford f150 supercrew 2004- vehicle vibration at all speeds.

Truck vibration at 55 mph, Ford dealer unable to find or repair. Third time in repair. Rear end roar beginning at 62 m ph. Again, dealer cannot locate. Says live with it.

Defect in rear-end assemblies of 2004 F-150. Rebuilt the rear-end replacing 9 different components. The consumer stated while driving, he heard a loud noise emanating front the rear of the vehicle. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer to have it inspected and it was determined that there was a problem with the rear end of the vehicle.

Consumer stated that while he was driving rear end shifted, causing the shifter to look toward the driver seat. Also the pin that held the rear end was rounded off.

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Shudder from rear end when turning right or left or while taking off from a stop.

Leaf spring assemblies middle left rear leaf spring separated after proceding past stop sign. Once separation occured, middle leaf spring rotated into left rear tire, causing damage down to metal belt of tire. Vehicle towed to dealership. Dealership would not cover damage of leaf spring or tire, repair cost: approx. $450. 00. Recall 98v161 was performed on leaf spring assembly to prevent leaf striking gas tank, but did not prevent leaf from rotating out to tire. Middle leaf spring was rusted on broken end and had been broken for some time, maybe even when recall service was don on it.

The bar failed within two days of each other-we had the front right fixed then later that day after getting the right fixed. The left side went out. It went out with no warning and we discovered ice in the bar. If we were driving faster I would of lost control of the vehicle. Especially in the climate that we live in-snow, ice are apart of our day. We have read this is a problem happening to most trucks. We would love to see a recall so no one gets hurt or is inconvience like we were-total days without truck 5.

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When driving at a speed of 40 to 45mph there is shaking coming from the rear of the vehicle. Dealer can't find solution.

When accelerating to take off truck jerks and causes consumer to go sideways. Mechanic said that it was a problem with the rear end.

Vehicle was making noises while driving. The entire rear was making high pitch noises. Took to dealer & mechanic replaced rear end & rotated tires.

Mr. Ridgley, this is in concern to the e-mail I received from you about the overload springs on my truck. My truck was bouncing real bad, so I took it to the dealer about 4 weeks ago. They supposedly looked it over real good and found no problems. I had a blowout on the highway and noticed the spring was cocked about 20 degrees in the wheel and the overload spring was broke. I called the dealer the next morning and he told me to bring it back in. When I took it in, they finally conceded that something was wrong and ordered a new spring assembly, but told me they couldn't give me a loaner car and said that it would be okay to drive. I had a new spring assembly installed a week later. Today, while installing new shocks, I noticed that the right side is now broke in the same spot, where the spring assembly bolt is at. I called the dealer and they said that they are having problems, but that I shouldn't worry about it, unless it gets worse. I guess they want me to wait til I wreck the damn thing. I know of alot of people who are having these problems. Feel free to call me anytime. By the way, I really need to know if it is okay for me to drive the truck?.

Consumer had 2 defective rear ends on vehicle in less than 1100 miles. Now at 5k miles vehicle needs another rear end. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. Consumer states that the paint on the rear end is burning off. The dealer synthetic high performance oil to endure the temperature. The rear end is taking more heat but the end still gets hot.

When hitting a bump whileturning a corner or hitting the brakes, the vehicle vibrates and jerks.

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Rear passenger side wheel broke off the shaft.

Right rear axle shifted, causing rear end of truck to sway out of control.

Rear end suspension locked up causing consumer to hit windshield.

While driving 45 mph vehicle vibrated. Vibration increased radically at 55 to 70 mph. Vehicle was serviced, and technician determined rear end was too light.

After I purchased my truck, it developed avibration in the rear end. I replaced the tires that were on it when I purchsed it with multi mile wild spirit. The vibration continued. Next I replaced all the rims with new Ford expedition rims, and the vibration continued. Next, I replaced the shocks on all four corners, and the vibration continues. The tires have been balanced a total of 7 times in 10 months. The vibration occurs between 58 and 75 mph.

Rear end jumps out of control when driving over bumpy surfaces.