Wiring Problems of Ford F-250 - part 1

The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact smelled smoke coming from inside the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the entire vehicle wiring harness needed to be replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that the insulation burned off the wires from the passenger’s to the driver’s side causing the door locks to become inoperable. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,404.

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Upon starting the engine, no dash displays came on. I left the engine running and opened the hood to look for wiring issues, found no damage. Went back to drivers seat and dash lights were all on along with a "service required" warning light. Shortly after, the warning light went off and the truck appears normal. ## VIN failed ## Ford f250 2018#vpic# 1 - check digit (9th position) does not calculate properly; 5 - VIN has errors in few positions; 14 - unable to provide information for all the characters in the VIN. #vpic# ##.

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Unintended tailgate openings ; going down the road at about 60 miles per hour the tailgate came open and lost some cargo . The vehicles behind mine had to change lanes as well as go off the road in order to avoid a collision . This has happened over 11 times . Three times the vehicle was not moving , all other times the vehicle was moving. Ford has tried to to repair the vehicle with no success . This vehicle has been out of service over 70 days since new . The entire wiring harness has been replaced , Ford put in the identical harness with no new improvements . The problem still exists . Ford also claims they don't have any problems with unintended tailgate openings . This a serious safety hazard . The vehicle was on a major highway when this event occured .

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The ac line fitting overheated causing it to explode and arc which in turn melted the primary wiring harness for the engine. This also resulted in the wire catching fire and causing burn damage to the firewall. The vehicle was going through a car wash when the incident occurred. I have been told by my mechanic that the water from the car wash prevented further fire damage.

Backup camera and brake lights inoperable/intermittent due to water in original Ford wiring harness pigtails, located on underside exterior of vehicle. Warranty shows all wiring harnesses and connectors as covered. Should be covered under warranty purchased Ford premium esp warranty up to 100,000 miles on odometer, but work to fix the issues are being refused by Ford service dept because of "water intrusion", despite being exposed to road rain water. Called Ford warranty claims department and was given a case number. Was told they would contact my email the next day (it's been two days) on possible warranty resolution. Ford wants to charge me for the repair meanwhile, which I refused. Now, the brake lights work only part of the time (come on and stay on for periods of time), the backup camera is preventing me from seeing anything behind me. I'm afraid of being rear-ended or backing into anything or anyone. Also, Ford made me pay the $100 warranty deductible despite work not being resolved. And, original wiring harness which was attached to the vehicle is now dangling under the truck as the tech broke all of the pieces that attach the wiring in place to the vehicle.

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I am having the same issue as in case # pe18-011. My tailgate will open randomly on its own. The tailgate release will actuate over and over when the button is pushed once. Took it to a Ford dealer and they confirmed that it is the same issue as TSB 17-2196. Water gets into a wiring harness. This should be a safety recall as the tailgate opening while towing could cause a limit to steering ability as the tailgate can make contact with the front of the trailer. It can also cause damage to the tailgate itself if it lands on something.

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Tl the contact owns a 2017 Ford F-250. While driving 55 mph, the automatic tailgate activated independently. The contact pulled the vehicle over off of the roadway and closed the tailgate. When the contact re-entered the vehicle, the tailgate activated independently again. The vehicle was taken to gjovik Ford inc (located at 2600 us-34, sandwich, IL 60548, (630) 552-8058) where it was diagnosed that water made contact with the wiring harness that controlled the tailgate. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

Tl - the contact owns a 2017 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 50mph, the vehicle caught on fire at the bottom of the engine and the brakes failed. The fire department extinguished the fire and informed that defective wiring caused the fire. There were no injuries sustained and no medical attention. A police report was not filed and the vehicle was towed to a tow yard. The vehicle was deemed a total loss by the insurance company and it was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000. Jc.

Automatic electric tail gate opens randomly without driver selection. This has happened several times while vehicle is moving and has caused damage to tailgate and travel trailer. No indication tailgate is open given to driver. This happened within the first 100 miles after purchase, the first time. It happened several times after that. Last incident I had just pulled onto the freeway and was flagged down by a passing trucker while I was driving at 65mph that my tailgate had opened. Imagine if something had fallen out of the bed of my truck and caused another motorist to crash. I had heard a creaking sound while turning onto a roadway with my airstream travel trailer attached. The tailgate had crunched against the propane bottles causing damage to the tailgate, the propane bottles, and the cover. This had happened to me several times in other instances but thought it was a fluke until this last event while towing my airstream travel trailer. I contacted Ford dealer where I purchased in austin; they submitted to Ford and Ford said they would pay part of the bill, but I am on the hook to pay also. This is a Ford wiring harness issue. Several other people have reported same issue. Ford should fix this 100% before something serious accident occurs from items falling out of the back of the truck when bed opens automatically.

Between 60 to 75 mph when hitting certain bumps the steering starts violently shaking and will not stop till slow down to about 25 mph. This started at around 24k and has happened 10+ times. Also at 37k sync 3 radio no longer will come on and wiring issues cannot get trailer braking to connect to the truck. Lights work fine but always shows trailer disconnected so braking doesn't work. You can also start the truck in neutral and put it in any gear without having your foot on the brake.

Tl the contact owns a 2017 Ford f -250 super duty. The contact stated that the cup holder assembly in the console was not sealed; therefore, liquid leaked into the console compartment and the console lights failed. Additionally, smoke emerged from the console and the cabin filled up with smoke. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (mclarty daniel Ford, 2609 south walton boulevard, bentonville, ar 72712, (479) 250-0401) who stated that the wires needed to be replaced due to water damage. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was declined under the warranty. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the repairs would be at the owner's expense due to user error. The failure mileage was 56,144.

Uncommanded tailgate opening. Tail gate opens and drops all by itself. This happens sporadically but persistently. Ford dealer has been unable to fix, after repeated service visits including involvement of Ford factory technicians. Uncommanded opening most frequently occurs when shifting to reverse, releasing parking brake and/of shifting into drive. This has been going on for along time, months and months. Dealer performed work called for by 10/17 tech service bulliten, didnt fixit. Has replaced wiring harnness, relevant switches, checked and rechecked all connections and replaced master control module. . . None of all that worked. This is dangerous as you dont know when tailgate is open. Ford has a serious problem with this and factory seems completely dismissive of the issue. This problem has been going on for months and months.

12/07/16 I purchased a brand new vehicle. I drove it home approximately two miles to pick my wife up and take her for a spin. Upon starting the vehicle the air bag light, the stability control light as well as the warning message for service advance trac and trailer brake module fault and the 911 assist non operational. I took the truck back to the dealership and they ended up replacing the restraint control module. They had the truck for about five days. When I picked up my truck before I even got off the lot all the lights and messages came on again. I took it to the dealerships other location and they had it roughly three weeks. They replaced the instrument cluster and the master wiring harness at the instructions of Ford engineering. I drove the truck before having all the same things happen again with the exception of the stability control/ service advance trac message. I took the truck back again , this time they replaced the restraint control module again. A few weeks went buy and now the same problems again. This is the fourth visit and tomorrow marks the 30th business day the truck has been in the shop. Add ten more days for the weekends it sat there and the one day for when the dealership had to repair my leather interior that they messed up. That's 41 days and I haven't even had it four months yet. I've requested that the manufacturer buy it back now twice and was denied both times. I was told that my vehicle does not meet their criteria. The service department told me that the vehicle is unsafe to drive when these lights come on. It powers down those systems making them non operational. There is no pattern to this happening. It can be at start up ,siting still or moving down the road. The light can stay on the entire trip or just flash momentarily.

The contact owned a 1995 Ford F-250. When the vehicle came to a complete stop, the contact noticed flames underneath the hood. The contact sustained hand injuries while attempting to extinguish the fire. Medical attention was not required. The contact discovered that the fire started at the wiring harness. The fire department extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.

Tail light bulb socket burnt. Noticed that bulb acts like it's blown but reseating allows it to function again. This happens about once a month. No fuses are tripped which is odd. However the first time I checked this I noticed the socket was scorched yet wiring looks ok. I assumed it was just my vehicle but since have heard same report from others on their trucks and cars. There is no indication of danger until you remove tail light to check bulb.

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I was driving our 2008 F-250 2wd an as I applied the brakes to turn, lost power steering and brakes. This had occurred a few times before but I could not identify the problem. The problem was intermittent and although a near serious accident occurred, no problem could be found. I was planning to take it to a local dealer over the weekend. The next day I was pulling into my driveway and the truck engine died and would not start. We had it towed to the dealer for a diagnosis. It was discovered that the high pressure fuel pump cover gasket which includes a wiring harness needs replaced due to wire abrasion and a shorted wire. In addition, the cab of the truck will need to be removed to correct the problem. I understand that the replacement part has been re-engineered to include a guard to protect the wire from abrasion. From internet research I have found several similar instances, with some vehicles losing power while in motion. This is extremely dangerous. The dealer acknowledged that this is a recurring issue with this model of truck and they have made several similar repairs. As a safety professional for over 30 years, this is very unnerving to say the least. Highway crashes occur far too often due to human error without having known manufacturer defects adding to the problem. When a trusted manufacturer discovers an engineering issue but fails to inform owners or correct the problem, this adds unnecessary danger for unsuspecting motorists,our families and the public. I trust that this will be investigated fully.

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The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-250 super duty. The contact was traveling 20 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who confirmed that the fuel injection control module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN failed to qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 76,500 and the current mileage was 77,000.

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The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after thirty minutes. The failure occurred three different times at different speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The technician stated that there was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring) that may be related to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-250 sd. While parked, the contact attempted to start the vehicle but the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic and a diagnostic test was performed. The mechanic stated there was a failure with the fuel injector control module. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

It took several times before I could crank my truck and once it was started it smoked badly but did eventually clear up. It spit and sputtered on the way to work so I dropped it off at the mechanics shop. The mechanic inspected it and the fuel injector module was bad. I researched the recall list and called the Ford dealership in mobile, al based on the recall list to have the problem repaired; gave them my VIN and was told that my vehicle was not included in any recalls. The dealership offered to repair the module for $900. 00 however the NHTSA id # 05v270000 says there is a recall concerning this issue.

Truck began blowing fuse #45, resulting in a loss of instruments and no throttle activation available. Seems to occur most often when turning left, and/or when shifting from park or reverse into drive, or drive into reverse or park. Has resulted in a loss of power in all of the above situations, with the engine only idling. If this occurs while heading uphill, vehicle will not move. Internet search reveals this seems to be a fairly common problem, and is due to insulation being rubbed off part of the wiring harness that runs through the steering column. Same research indicates Ford changed the routing of the wiring harness in late 2003. I believe this situation should be repaired free of charge by Ford.

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The contact owns a 2000 Ford F-250 4x4. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph, a loud noise was heard coming from the engine and smoke emitted from the tail pipe. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic, where the diagnostic test indicated that the wiring injector was melted from a fire. The same failure occurred on three separate occasions. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure and current mileages were 134,179.

2004 Ford f250. Consumer states faulty icp sensor or faulty egr valve the reverse planet gear in the transmission was replaced. The egr valve replaced three times, the egr cooler, oil cooler were all replaced. The r&r turbo intake was replaced twice, the turbo inner cooler, wiring harness on the engine, transfer case, ficm module were replaced. The alternator and battery were replaced three times, the valve assembly, high pressure and regular oil pumps were replaced and a new egr shield was installed. The vehicle also stalled while driving down the interstate.

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The contact owns a 2003 Ford F-250. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician stated that the wiring harness had become exposed, causing a short and blowing the engine fuse. The technician advised that the wires would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford F-250 super duty. The contact stated the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated the fuel injection control module needed to be replaced. The contact was also advised the his VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number:05v270000(electrical system: wiring) which corrected the failure. The failure mileage and current mileage was 107,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford F-250 super duty. The contact stated that the fuel injection control module was malfunctioning, causing the vehicle to jerk abruptly when initially started. After starting, the vehicle would sporadically stall. The dealer was contacted and advised that that vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 05v270000 (electrical system: wiring). The manufacturer was contacted but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 81,240.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford F-250. The contact stated while stopped the vehicle would intermittently surge forward momentarily. The contact also stated the accelerator pedal would not always respond when pressure was applied to it and the vehicle would intermittently stall while driving at any speed. The failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer stated that the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 76,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford F-250 super duty. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic where he was advised that the fuel injection control model had failed. The mechanic informed the contact of NHTSA campaign id number: 05v270000 (electrical system wiring ). The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was advised that the recall was performed on the vehicle in 2005 prior to the most recent failure. The manufacturer did not advised whether the fuel injection control module was replaced or the injection control pressure sensor, both of which were included in the recall. The failure and current mileage was 125,000. Update 3/8/11 the consumer stated when he attempted to start the vehicle, it wouldn't start. He noticed the fuel gauge was reading empty. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. It was discovered the fuel injection control module had failed. Also, egr valve was replaced three times which caused loss of power and hesitation. Updated 05/19/11.

Fuel injection control module ( ficm) failed , recall campaign 05v270000, NHTSA action #- ea05003.

The wiring harness for the injectors started falling apart. Dealer where I bought the truck new said they have been having problens with the harness. They said they have a new and improved harness that will not fall apart.

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The contact owns a 2004 Ford f250 super duty. While driving at any speed, the contact stated that the vehicle would suddenly stall intermittently without warning and would not restart. The failure was similar to NHTSA campaign id number 05v270000 ( electrical system:wiring). The dealer informed the contact that his vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired nor was the failure diagnosed due to the cost. The current mileage was 67,622 and the failure mileage was 65,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-250 superduty. While driving approximately 40 mph the vehicle stalled. Upon restarting the vehicle the contact was able to continue driving. The failure recurred intermittently. The manufacturer and authorized dealer were notified and the contact was told that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 114,356.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford f250 super duty. The contact was driving approximately 60 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact inquired with the manufacturer in regards to NHTSA campaign id number: 05v270000 (electrical system: wiring) but the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileage was 108,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning. The dealer and manufacturer made the contact aware of the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 05v270000 (component: electrical system:wiring), but the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 135,000 and the current mileage was 181,000.

About 9/15/2010 the vehicle, while stopped at a red light failed to accelerate when light changed and the gas pedal was depressed. The truck then stalled and took up to 5 minutes to restart. The incident did not repeat for several months. The next incident the truck failed to accelerate after slowing to near stop at a yield at a highway crossing nearly causing an accident. Replaced fuel filter and had a tune up although it had recently been done and it didn't happen again for a few weeks. After a few weeks of hard driving with no incidence the truck again failed to accelerate on highway entrance ramp nearly causing another accident. After pulling over and turning off the engine and restarting it drove on the highway fine, but stalled when exiting the highway. The latest incident, driving on the highway the truck drove fine, until exiting. It failed to respond to pressure on the gas pedal and stalled leaving a woman and child on the side of the road for 2 hours waiting for a tow. During that time it would not start. Towed to dealership and after having the vehicle for a week, they stated they pulled codes showing fuel injector was bad, egr valve sticking, needs some sort of wiring harness, turbo needs cleaning and some sort of chip total cost over $2000.