2001 Ford F Series Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 7%of 44 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 130,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the body and structure of the 2001 Ford F Series, 7% of the 44 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 130,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 2001 Ford f-150 that I purchased brand new in 2001. I have noticed that the entire frame is rusted and I am concerned about the structural integrity of the truck. It has already had the gas tank strap recall fixed. I found several spots that look as if the frame is deteriorating from rust.”
NHTSA complaint #10735102, filed 2015-07, 130,000 miles“My windshield leaked and fried my computer and my fuse box. There was a leak on the windshield that was not visible and ran down into my electrical components therefore it fried them.”
NHTSA complaint #10188156, filed 2007-04“While driving at 65 MPH and without any indication, the vehicle rear tire blew out. Consumer inspected vehicle and noticed a damage to the fender. Please provide further details. General graber p25570r60 Ford sport track.”
NHTSA complaint #10083440, filed 2004-07Related recalls
- 03V094000Mar 7, 2003Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by…Covers: Ford F Series 2000–2003, Explorer 2000–2003, Dodge Grand Caravan 2000–2003 +9 more
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 1 | 3% |
| 2001 | 3 | 7% |
| 2000 | 6 | 15% |
| 1999 | 3 | 8% |
| 1998 | 3 | 15% |
| 1997 | 2 | 4% |
| 1996 | 1 | 6% |
| 1995 | 1 | 6% |
| 1993 | 1 | 20% |
| 1991 | 2 | 33% |
Other parts of the 2001 Ford F Series
12 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Ford F Series
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology