Vehicle Speed Control Problems of Ford F-450

Ford F-450 owners have reported 18 vehicle speed control related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common vehicle speed control problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's vehicle speed control (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's accelerator pedal (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Vehicle Speed Control related problems of Ford F-450

Problem Category Number of Problems
Vehicle Speed Control problems
14
Accelerator Pedal problems
4

Recently reported Vehicle Speed Control problems of Ford F-450

The Vehicle Speed Control problem

This is the third time I have had this issue. I will be driving my truck and will out of nowhere get a warning on the dash that says: “pre-collision assist not available” then after that happens I will not be able to set the cruise control.   Read details...

The Accelerator Pedal problem

Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration. While driving at approximately 40 mph vehicle surged forward. The engine revved, and driver put one foot on the clutch and the other on the brake. The vehicle was used for hauling which increased its danger.   Read details...




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