Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Ford F-350

Ford F-350 owners have reported 32 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (10 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Ford F-350


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of Ford F-350

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-350. The contact stated that the driver's side front door latch failed to lock and securely close the door. The contact stated that the failure only occurred during cold weather. The failure had occurred 4 times.   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that after the vehicle had been exposed to an extremely cold weather, he attempted to open the front passenger's side door to let his friend in the vehicle.   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, the tailgate opened inadvertently, and landed on the jack for the trailer that was being hauled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.   Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

Hood became unlatched, hood flew open while driving 25 mph, according to dealer hood needs replacing, at owners cost. Consumer stated hood failed to latch properly, also catch did not work.   Read details...

The Tailgate Lock problem

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-350. The vehicle had previously been serviced under the manufacturer campaign number: 19s48. The contact stated that while hauling a trailer, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and the contact noticed that the tailgate had unexpectedly opened.   Read details...




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