Ford F-250 owners have reported 51 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (22 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (16 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Door Latch problems | |
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Tailgate Latch problems | |
| Tailgate Lock problems | |
| Doors Lock problems |
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the tailgate would unexpectedly open without warning, causing material to fall out of the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the tailgate would fail to open when pressing the button on the key Read details...
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while using the key fob to unlock the doors, the alarm activated. The contact stated that the front driver's side failed to lock as intended. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. Read details...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the alarm system warning light illuminated. The hood ajar message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the knock sensor and wiring harness needed to be Read details...
When I left work my tailgate was closed and had not been opened for several days. When I got home, my tailgate was open and all my tools had fallen out of the truck. My truck was serviced 2 years ago for this type of issue. Read details...
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the tailgate opened intermittently without warning. The contact then received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v864000 (latches/locks/linkages). Read details...