Table 1 shows one common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2011 Ford F-250.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems |
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the door ajar warning light illuminated and indicated that the rear passenger’s side door was open. The contact checked and confirmed that the door was securely closed. The contact stated that occasionally after closing and locking the door, the alarm would inadvertently activate after approximately an hour. The dealer was contacted and it was suggested that the vehicle be taken to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 234,395.
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, a child passenger haphazardly opened the front passenger side door while the vehicle was in motion. The doors were locked, however pulling the handle allowed the door to open door as if it was unlocked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, who stated that there was no failure and the lock system was performing as designed. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 13,000. The current mileage was 15,500.