Table 1 shows one common service brakes related problems of the 2024 Ford F-350.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems |
I own the 2024 f350 dually truck and regularly tow heavy trailers for commercial transport under dot regulations. I have experienced repeated intermittent failures involving the truck’s trailer brake and trailer lighting system. While towing, the truck intermittently displays warning messages on the dashboard such as “trailer brake module fault” and “trailer light module fault. ” when this occurs, the trailer’s right rear brake light stops functioning, and at times the trailer braking system stops working entirely. This issue occurs sporadically and without warning. The trailer may function normally at the start of a trip and then lose lighting or braking capability during operation. One notable pattern is that when I shut the truck off and restart it, the faults clear and the trailer brakes and lights begin working again. This suggests the issue may be related to the truck’s trailer brake or trailer lighting control module resetting rather than a defect in the trailer itself. Because of the repeated failures, I inspected and repaired my trailer multiple times. I have: replaced the affected trailer light inspected and checked all trailer wiring and connectors verified the trailer braking system and wiring integrity despite these steps, the problem continues to occur. I have taken the truck to a Ford dealership multiple times, and they have stated the issue is with the trailer. However, the trailer has been inspected and repaired, and the problem still persists. I recently became aware of a recall affecting Ford trucks related to the trailer brake control module and trailer lighting system, which appears to mirror the exact symptoms I am experiencing. This issue presents a serious safety hazard. When the malfunction occurs: trailer brake lights may not function properly trailer brakes may stop working drivers behind me may not be aware the vehicle is slowing or stopping because I regularly tow heavy trailers, loss of trailer braking and lighting creates a significant.
I purchased this 2024 f350 from auto park Ford in laporte, in on July 14th 2025 with 94 miles on the truck. It was shipped directly to me and arrived July 21st 2025. Upon taking delivery there were many safety faults present once I drove the vehicle that included loss of power, the vehicle randomly braking by itself, adaptive cruise control faults, cross traffic faults, blind spot warning faults, forward collision faults, rear cross traffic faults, rusty engine components as well as other rusty components on the vehicle. These safety defects in manufacturing materials, workmanship, improper storage by the selling dealer, and selling of a defective vehicle to me has put myself and my family in an unsafe vehicle. The vehicle has been at the local Ford service center since July 22nd 2025 with the service department stating there is no fix for these issues and is a known issue by Ford. My safety and my family's safety has been put at risk by the vehicle's loss of power, random braking applications, and rusty engine components. These issues were confirmed by pierre Ford of lynnwood service department. The repair report states "verified warning faults present. Self test numerous dtc's present in abs mod. C0051 ppt q q1 yes, q2 no yo23a found ssm 53892 stiiding this is a know issue with no fix currently. Updated abs module and awd module road tested dtc's came back". The service center informed me that I could come pick up the truck and there may be a fix in the future. I asked them to keep the truck as it's a major safety concern for myself and my family to operate this truck with all the safety faults, loss of power, random braking, etc. The vehicle will have been at the dealer 21 days by Monday 8/11/25. I have contacted Ford about this issue and requested a buyback, vehicle replacement, a fix, and have gotten no where. I have submitted a lemon law buy back claim because of the many safety issues, but they have put my claim on pause for an addition 30 days.
When pulling a trailer the breaks are delayed by at least 8 seconds. The hand break normally does it instantly but no longer. This is a safety issue when pulling trailer that it pulling over 20k lbs & not being able to stop immediately when placing you foot on the break. Vehicle was look at by Ford dealership who stated they have had many complaints regarding this issue to contact Ford motor company.
Brake fluid leaking into cab from brake pedal making floorboard, brake pedal and gas pedal slippery.