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Rear defroster started smoking during morning warm up using remote start. Rear windshield was shattered violently. Very dangerous situation to be in. The shattering happened during a drive.
The contact owned a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, smoke and heat were suddenly present inside the cabin of the vehicle. After exiting the vehicle the fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. During the incident, the vehicle was destroyed and towed away. The contact indicated that the flames had started behind the front seats inside the cabin of the vehicle but the cause of the fire was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 47,000. THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS NO POLICE OR FIRE REPORT, BUT BOTH ARRIVED AT THE SCENE. THE CONSUMER SUFFERED FROM 3RD DEGREE BURNS ON THE ARM.
I purchased this vehicle new in 2017 and since then I have had an intermittent issue with the rear camera when put into reverse. Either frozen image, static lines and yellow screen. When the image it frozen, it looks like its working but nothing in the screen is moving. If something is behind me I would not see it and think its clear. Ford has replaced the camera 1 time but I dont think thats the issue because I disconnected all the wires in the tail gate (where the camera is) and it still messes up. I have seen online a lot of other people with the same truck and same issue. here is a video of my issue. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xAx6haPQ8Ho
The Ford F-150 multi function switch has gone bad. The windshield wipers stay activated in the slowest mode. This obstructs the view of drivers, and is distracting. The part number is: Fl3Z-13K359-ac. This malfunction is an issue for 2015 models and newer. There are many videos online pertaining to this multi function switch malfuntion.
Ford F-150 moon roof ramp/guide jaw (part # fl3Z1651070B/fl3Z1651071B) stopped working. The moon roof malfunctions getting suck in the open mode, or failing to close properly if at all. Many Ford owners have experienced the same issue, to the point that there are videos on the internet pertaining to this malfunction. While attempting to get this repair fixed at the Ford dealership the employees advised me that they see this issue often, and that the glass shatters and breaks from this malfunction. I was quoted $400 to remedy the issue, and would have to leave my vehicle at the dealership for the day. The estimated time to complete the repair was four hours.
- Townsend, GA, USA
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After towing my 2017 Ford F150 ecoboost exhibits an intermittent engine stall when coming to a stop while towing. Exact same issue as below tsb, just mine is a 2017 model technical service bulletin 2.7L - while towing - intermittent engine stall when coming to a stop - built on or before 27-Nov-2017 18- 2249 16 August 2018 model: Ford 2018 F-150 issue: Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L ecoboost engine and built on or before 27-nov2017 may exhibit an intermittent engine stall when coming to a stop while towing. Action: Follow the service procedure steps to correct the condition. Warranty status: Eligible under provisions of new vehicle limited warranty coverage warranty/esp coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a tsb. Warranty/esp coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the oasis part coverage tool. Labor times description operation no. Time 2018 F-150 2.7L: Reprogram the PCM (do not use with any other labor operations) 182249A 0.3 hrs. Repair/claim coding causal part: Recal condition code:
Electrical : radio will randomly cut out. Typically when truck starts radio wont work. Have to either wait hour, or disconnect battery. Seems like typical issue. Seatbelt : passenger seatbelt wont retract back. Can hand feed then pull out by hand. Called dealer said 3 year 60 thousand for warranty im over 3 years and at 71K miles. Price of assembly was over $500. [xxx] outrageous for a seatbelt. No idea when it happened. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
The 2017 F-150 suddenly experienced electrical problems including; tailgate unintended opening, blis (blind spot information system) failures, cross traffic alert failures and rear camera blue screen failures. These failures occur at a status of the vehicle, eg. Locking the doors, shifting into gear, use of key fob or proximity sensors to tailgate.
My vehicle battery is dead every morning I took it to two different Ford dealers and they could not tell me the issue but still had to pay for the diagnosis fee. At first my 17 Ford F150 would make almost a jerking next day my vehicle would not start. I replaced the starter and battery and the vehicle started after that but the next morning dead again.
I live in New Hampshire and the weather is cold. I started my Ford F150 truck today using my Ford pass. The truck ran for 15 minutes. When I prepared to leave in the truck I noticed that it was cold inside. When I looked in the rear view mirror, I realized the rear sliding window was completely shattered. Upon closer inspection I realized the window blew outward and a yellow line X sticker on the right rear of the window had burn marks on it. The sticker was discolored to indicate that a lot of heat was directed toward it. The window was completely shattered around the outside edge. Also, I located a cover that had blown off the wires that run to the rear defroster. It appears that the rear defroster ran to the point that it overheated the glass and caused it to blow. I discovered that this has occurred in the past with Ford F150 trucks and ntsa has received complaints. I contacted Ford today and I am waiting to hear back from customer service
The vehicle begins to shut down after gas fill up. It seems like the vehicle has a valve selenoid problem because everybody is talking about it online. It is a hazard because the vehicle will turn off while driving. I have also have had to replace the electric usb and power plug twice. This vehicle has alot of electric/gas related issues which cause it to turn off.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the instrument panel failed to indicate any warning lights when the vehicle wass turned on. The contact had to wait for a couple of hours while the vehicle was off just for the vehicle to resume back to normal. Jenkins & wynne (2655 trenton rd, clarksville, tn 37040, (931) 542-4886) was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 17V053000 (power train, electrical system) as a possible solution to the failure however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 40,093.
Digital cluster malfunction, causing speedometer and fuel gauge to both display zero, loss of power to windows, loss of parking brake function, blacked out backup camera, no heat or A/C. highbeams stay on and cannot be switched to low beams. All happened while the vehicle was in motion on a highway at 60 mph.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that when the gear shifter was shifted into drive, the instrument panel indicated that the vehicle was in neutral. Additionally, when the gear shifter was shifted to reverse, the instrument panel indicated that the vehicle was in park. The contact was informed by an independent mechanic that similar vehicles were subjected to NHTSA campaign number: 17V053000 (power train, electrical system). The vehicle was taken to johnson Ford (694 East St, pittsfield, MA 01201) where the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000.
After last sync 3 update restarted truck and touchscreen failed to work, or have the gps map shows up. Cannot program gps for directions apim failure only 41752 miles on truck.
Vehicle suddenly lost its ability to monitor the blindspot traffic the stability and traction control went off tire pressure monitor field along with the airbag and seatbelt restraint. Take him to the dealer and was told there is a wire that runs between the spare tire and bumper a trailer hitch assembly that often chaffs. They had replace many recently. The loss of traction control happens to me during a rain storm and caused me to loose control of my truck. While I regained control and prevented hitting a guard rail, it was serious. This is no fault of my own it's an installation and assembly issue, and safety concern. As a 1st responder I depend on my truck, and must pay the $500 to repair a bad wiring installation on a 2017 truck, that could have cost me my life.
Very dangerous wiring design. Wire harness too close to engine exhaust manifold, turbo - as result - melted wires. Tin foil did not protect from melting. Happened while driving on 75 interstate - vehicle looses power steering, cruise control and throws faulty overheat. Contacted manufacturer about it - was given run around.
Upon starting my vehicle on 2/1/20, hill assist warning, parking aid warning, ABS icon, airbag icon, and traction control icon all lit up. Called 2 dealerships on 2/3 and was told it was safe to drive. On 2/6/20, the passenger airbag deployed while driving, no impact, with my 11 year old in the passenger seat.
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- Blair , WI, USA