2011 FORD F-150 Complaints

The transmission downshifts inappropriately while driving (typically at higher speeds). I can see that there have been recalls for inappropriate downshifting during my model year, but Ford is saying there are no recalls on my truck. This has been an issue for a while. The power steering shut off while driving (while I was turning) I saw that there have also been recalls for power steering problems but Ford is saying there are no recalls on my truck. This recently started happening.

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power while depressing the accelerator pedal. No warning was light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the RPM raised independently while the speed-o-meter went to zero. The contact was concerned because her child was in the vehicle during the failure. The contact pulled over the shoulder of the road and restarted the vehicle; however, while driving to the dealer the failure recurred and the vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission molded lead frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was left with the local dealer to be repaired. The contact stated that after further investigation, the failure was linked with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the sunroof assembly switch failed to function as intended. The contact pressed the switch to open the sunroof and the sunroof assembly fractured. The contact stated that a plastic piece from the sunroof trac fell into the interior of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured sunroof rail. The contact was informed that the sunroof rail needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, due to the failure, the contact stated that water was leaking into the interior of the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

Transmission, shifted into 4th gear and would not shift out of 4th, Take the truck and inspect it if need be! Safety of my self and others as truck down shifted to 4th gear while driving speeds of 45mph, shot rpm’s over 6k. Problem has not been reproduced yet as of today 11/23/2024 Component wasn’t inspected by any option listed above but was mentioned in the NDOT accident report attached. No symptoms or warning likes before it appeared. Truck has NO warning lamps on including but not limited to check engine light or abs.

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the output speed sensor failed to function properly, causing the vehicle not to operate and accelerate as needed. The contact pulled over, turned off, restarted the vehicle, and was able to continue driving. The contact stated that several times after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to return to normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The contact was informed that the output speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while started while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle downshifted with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission lead frame failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 104,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to respond as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated, with an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact shifted to neutral to allow the vehicle to come to a stop on the side of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the timing chain had fractured, and a part of the timing chain was stuck to the lower engine block. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer for a secondary diagnostic test. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 111,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked and jumped. The contact stated that the speed odometer seized, and the transmission downshifted to 4th gear. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact drove to the intended destination with the transmission in 4th gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was informed of Customer Satisfaction Program: 19N01; however, the contact was informed that the program had expired in 2019. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.

Transmission range sensor failure. I do not remember ever receiving a recall letter after I purchased the truck used. Truck will no longer start or show what range it is in.

At 45 mph the gear downshifted causing back tires to skid. Then gear illumination disappeared and wouldn't go into gear(while trying to leave a steep boat ramp) very scary!