2026 Ford F-150 Problems
Compared with other Ford F-150 years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2026 can be compared from 2029.
- Most reported part: Forward collision avoidance (5 complaints).
- 8 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with a typical complaint level and no open NHTSA investigation: 2023
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 12filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 8campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 8 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 20 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl RWD · 17 city / 25 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2026 Ford F-150 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 2026 Ford F-150. The part named most often is forward collision avoidance, with 5 complaints (42% of the total), followed by brakes (4) and electrical system (2). NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns and 56 technical service bulletins for this model year. Forward collision avoidance complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 3 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes4 33%
- Electrical system2 17%
- Engine2 17%
- Lane departure1 8.3%
- Other or unknown1 8.3%
- Steering1 8.3%
- Body and structure1 8.3%
- Vehicle speed control1 8.3%
Example complaints
Forward collision avoidance: “I purchased a brand-new 2026 Ford F-150 Raptor from Ken Grody Ford on August 25, 2026. On August 26, 2026—one day after the purchase—I was traveling in traffic at approximately 45 mph when the truck suddenly lost power-assisted braking and most of its braking effectiveness. The brake pedal required extraordinary pressure, and even with that pressure the truck was slowing only marginally. I activated my hazard lights and had to cross multiple lanes of traffic while attempting to bring the vehicle to a safe stop. …”
NHTSA complaint #11760444, filed 2026-08Brakes: “The automatic braking was activated when we were backing out of a driveway onto the road, there was nothing next to us in the driveway, there was a car that came over a hill but not close we definetely had time to get backed out. The brake engaged and stopped the truck, my husband put the truck in drive to pull forward and the truck accelerated quickly forward and would not stop the tires were squealing and locked up, the truck was still going forward, my husband tried putting the truck in park to stop and finally had to really shove it in park but it was not easy to get it to go in park. …”
NHTSA complaint #11769319, filed 2026-10Electrical system: “1. Vehicle sat in a storage unit for 2 weeks. Battery registered adequate voltage when picking up vehicle 2. Started vehicle, engaged 4 Auto due to rain 3. Drove 16 miles in light to moderate rain at speeds of 30-60MPH 4. Made multiple stops at stoplight in town. When waiting at a red light, my foot was on the brake pedal for about 20 seconds, the pedal then jolted up a small amount. …”
NHTSA complaint #11753658, filed 2026-07Engine: “Component Affected: Powertrain / Engine / Transmission Bellhousing Description of Defect: The vehicle is experiencing a severe mechanical defect in the drivetrain assembly, characterized by a loud metallic rattling, scraping, and tin can clinking noise originating directly from the transmission bellhousing area immediately upon engine startup. This exact mechanical failure perfectly matches the root cause outlined in Ford Special Service Message SSM 53878. …”
NHTSA complaint #11767212, filed 2026-09Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Ford F-150. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-150 (regular Cab) GAS · regular cab 4WD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| F-150 (regular Cab) GAS · regular cab RWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 16.4% risk |
| F-150 (super Cab) GAS · extended cab 4WD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| F-150 (super Cab) GAS · extended cab RWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 16.4% risk |
| F-150 (super Crew) GAS · crew cab 4WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| F-150 (super Crew) GAS · crew cab RWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 16.4% risk |
| F-150 (super Crew) HEV · crew cab 4WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| F-150 (super Crew) Lightning BEV · crew cab 4WD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 12.7% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2025: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2026 Ford F-150 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 2.7L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 2.7L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,350 |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
| F150 Pickup Tremor 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| F150 Pickup Tremor 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| F150 RAPTOR 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
| F150 RAPTOR R 4WD | 5.2L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 10 | 15 | 12 | $6,850 |
| F150 Pickup 2WD HEV | 3.5L 6-cyl · hybrid | 10-speed automatic | 23 | 25 | 24 | $2,800 |
| F150 Pickup 4WD HEV | 3.5L 6-cyl · hybrid | 10-speed automatic | 22 | 24 | 23 | $2,900 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V689000Oct 20, 2026Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and attachmentsCovers: Ford F-150 2026–2027, F-450 SD 2026, F-250 SD 2026 +1 more
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 F-150, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The left-side tailgate cable may fail under certain heavy load conditions.
- 26V653000Oct 6, 2026Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panelCovers: Ford F-150 2026, F-350 SD 2025–2026, F-250 SD 2025–2026 +4 more
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, F-600, 2026 F-150, and F-750 SD vehicles. The analog cluster’s tachometer and speedometer may become stuck or move erratically, providing inaccurate readings to…
- 26V655000Oct 6, 2026SeatsCovers: Ford F-150 2025–2027
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 F-150 vehicles. The front seats may have been improperly secured to the vehicle.
- 26V576000Sep 9, 2026Power train › Driveline › Differential unitCovers: Ford F-150 2026
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles. Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may have been installed, which can result in rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.
- 26V577000Sep 9, 2026Suspension › RearCovers: Ford F-150 2026
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position.
- 26V578000Sep 9, 2026Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › MountingCovers: Ford F-150 2023–2027
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
See all 8 recalls for the 2026 Ford F-150 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 56 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038615Oct 16, 2026Other or unknown, Fuel system, Electrical system. This bulletin supersedes 26-2238. Reason for update: To update the Service Procedure to include diagnostics for the fuel vapor vent valve and the fuel tank isolation valve. Some of the vehicles…
- 11038440Oct 8, 2026Other or unknown, Engine. Some 2020-2026 Aviator/Explorer/F-150/Bronco/Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L (non-diesel) engine may need the front engine cover removed and reinstalled for various reasons.
- 11037569Sep 25, 2026Electrical system, Other or unknown. Some 2024-2026 F-150, 2025 Explorer/Aviator, 2025-2026 Expedition/Navigator, or 2026 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U211B:43:48 stored in the body control module…
- 11037793Sep 17, 2026Transmission and drivetrain, Other or unknown, Electrical…. 26E03 Owner letter
- 11037418Sep 17, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. Quality improvements include: -Addresses a bug that may cause updates to fail
- 11037290Sep 9, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. Quality improvements include: -ePrivacy enhancements
- 11036601Aug 27, 2026Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Other or unknown. Some 2025-2026 Aviator/Explorer/Expedition/F-150/Mustang Mach-E/Nautilus/Navigator vehicles may exhibit the hands-free BlueCruise feature intermittently/consistently unavailable when BlueCruise is…
- 11036525Aug 25, 2026Electrical system, Other or unknown. Some of the following vehicles: * 2025-2026 Expedition/Navigator built on or after 02-Feb-2025 * 2025-2026 F-Super Duty built on or after 02-Feb-2025 * 2025-2026 Explorer/Aviator built on or after…
- 11036530Aug 22, 2026Seats, Other or unknown. For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion cover J-clips, lower-level service parts are now available. Use service part W709919-S901 if…
- 11036522Aug 21, 2026Electrical system, Fuel system. Some 2022-2026 F-150 Lightning vehicles may exhibit a reduced distance to empty (DTE) projection, a high voltage battery pack state of charge (SOC) that drops from 100% to less than 90% within 60…
Other model years of the Ford F-150
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | — | 8 | 5 | 20 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 109 | 5,330 | 14 | 5 | 20 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 195 | 8,750 | 11 | 5 | 20 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 416 | 29,700 | 13 | 5 | 21 | 42 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 601 | 27,882 | 23 | 5 | 20 | 53 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 1,036 | 47,500 | 29 | 5 | 20 | 67 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 741 | 38,000 | 11 | 4–5 | 19 | 45 · Typical | Rising |
| 2019 | 1,342 | 60,000 | 9 | 4–5 | 21 | 40 · Typical | Rising |
| 2018 | 2,325 | 40,000 | 18 | 4–5 | 21 | 74 · More | Rising |
| 2017 | 1,462 | 53,000 | 17 | 5 | 20 | 49 · Typical | Rising |
| 2016 | 2,086 | 45,478 | 13 | 5 | 20 | 74 · More | Rising |
| 2015 | 1,743 | 50,000 | 13 | 5 | 20 | 61 · Typical | Stable |
| 2014 | 1,538 | 65,000 | 8 | 4 | 18 | 51 · Typical | Rising |
| 2013 | 2,992 | 74,281 | 3 | 4 | 18 | 48 · Typical | Rising |
| 2012 | 1,784 | 63,000 | 4 | 4 | 18 | 56 · Typical | Stable |
| 2011 | 2,193 | 70,766 | 6 | 4 | 18 | 67 · More | Stable |
| 2010 | 843 | 58,150 | 1 | — | 16 | 6 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2009 | 324 | 50,525 | 2 | — | 17 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 369 | 61,500 | 1 | — | 15 | 0 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2007 | 488 | 57,426 | 2 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2006 | 585 | 60,500 | 4 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 1,112 | 61,000 | 3 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 2,029 | 61,000 | 5 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 423 | 63,946 | 4 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 821 | 90,000 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 1,236 | 95,000 | 8 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 1,075 | 91,843 | 6 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 1,044 | 100,000 | 7 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 1,381 | 113,070 | 8 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1997 | 2,758 | 107,360 | 14 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 324 | 110,000 | 2 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 626 | 117,000 | 2 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1994 | 676 | 132,835 | 6 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1993 | 586 | 136,500 | 7 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1992 | 470 | 133,000 | 3 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 304 | 107,000 | 3 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 275 | 97,900 | 4 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1989 | 224 | 106,000 | 4 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 139 | 99,061 | 2 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 91 | 128,013 | 3 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1986 | 61 | 120,500 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1985 | 28 | — | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1984 | 15 | 192,035 | 1 | — | 14 | — | Stable |
| 1983 | 10 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1982 | 5 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Ford F-150 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2026 Ford F-150 have?
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 2026 Ford F-150 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2026 Ford F-150 is reported most often?
Forward collision avoidance is named most often, in 5 complaints (42% of the total), followed by brakes with 4.
Has the 2026 Ford F-150 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2026 Ford F-150 do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2026 Ford F-150 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 8 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Ford F-150 get?
The EPA rates the 2026 Ford F-150 (F150 Pickup 2WD, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 17 city and 25 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.