MYRModel Year Report

2011 Ford F-150

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2011 Ford F-150
BUILT 2026-09-02

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F-150 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1987: 2 complaints 1989: 14 complaints 1990: 21 complaints 1991: 306 complaints 1992: 479 complaints 1992 1993: 588 complaints 1994: 700 complaints 1995: 626 complaints 1996: 324 complaints 1997: 2758 complaints 1997 1998: 1381 complaints 1999: 1044 complaints 2000: 1075 complaints 2001: 1236 complaints 2002: 821 complaints 2002 2003: 423 complaints 2004: 2028 complaints 2005: 1112 complaints 2006: 585 complaints 2007: 488 complaints 2007 2008: 368 complaints 2009: 324 complaints 2010: 842 complaints 2011: 2185 complaints 2011 2012: 1776 complaints 2012 2013: 2978 complaints 2014: 1520 complaints 2015: 1685 complaints 2016: 2026 complaints 2017: 1416 complaints 2017 2018: 2276 complaints 2019: 1312 complaints 2020: 717 complaints 2021: 991 complaints 2022: 581 complaints 2022 2023: 400 complaints 2024: 185 complaints 2025: 102 complaints 2026: 7 complaints 2026
2011: 2185 complaints
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YearComplaints
19842
19872
198914
199021
1991306
1992479
1993588
1994700
1995626
1996324
19972758
19981381
19991044
20001075
20011236
2002821
2003423
20042028
20051112
2006585
2007488
2008368
2009324
2010842
20112185
20121776
20132978
20141520
20151685
20162026
20171416
20182276
20191312
2020717
2021991
2022581
2023400
2024185
2025102
20267

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

POWER TRAIN 38%

38% of complaints: power train — 825 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and differential unit.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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The contact owned a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly jerked, causing him to lose control of the vehicle and swerve into the next lane.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231122

TRANSMISSION FLUID POURS OUT OF OVERFLOW WHEN UNDER LOAD (PULLING A TRAILER). THIS FLUID DUMPS ON EXHAUST SYSTEM AND STARTS A FIRE. THIS ACCRUED AT 2,500 MILES ON JUNE 25, 2011. TRUCK IS STILL AT DEALER, NO RESOLUTION. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20110701

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. While driving 50 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into first gear and the rear wheels locked up. The contact stated that while in third gear, the vehicle shifted to fourth gear unexpectedly.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260810

ENGINE 22%

22% of complaints: engine — 482 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY TRANSMISSION. IT WILL SLIP FROM 1ST TO 5TH WHEN STARTING OUT. IT WOULD ONLY WORK IF I PUT IT IN MANUAL MODE. WHILE IN MANUAL MODEEVERYTHING ON MY DASH WENT BLANK AND QUIT WORKING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171114

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

STEERING 19%

19% of complaints: steering — 421 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rack and pinion and rack.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 234 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and speedometer/odometer.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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Fuel Pump Fuse - 27 melted. Is a common problem according to Internet forums on 2010-2014 models.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240111

FROM A DEAD STOP I ACCELERATED TO TURN INTO HER DRIVEWAY THE ENGINE HESITATED AND STUMBLED IT SOUNDED LIKE YOU HAD THROWN A HANDFUL OF MARBLES INSIDE THE INTAKE THE ENGINE MADE A FUNNY NOISE THEN DIED AFTER GETTING IT RESTARTED THE CHECK ENGINE...

NHTSA ODI report, 20111001

Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10%

10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 212 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cruise control.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WHILE STOPPED AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171108

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2011 — complaint volume: 2185
R 20110111 — structure

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES. DURING A SIX-DAY PRODUCTION PERIOD, THE SUPPLIER OF THE BODY CONTROL MODULE MANUFACTURED MO

Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE BODY CONTROL MODULE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

Campaign 10V659000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20110307 — electrical system

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 FORD F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE, AND LINCOLN MKX TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 25, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE INSPE

Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER A

Campaign 11V128000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20111222 — power train

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-150 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 9, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 22, 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 F-250, F-350, F-450 AND F-550 HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES MANUFACT

Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK SWITCH FUNCTION AND REPLACE THE SWITCH IF NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2011. OWNERS

Campaign 11V582000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20120611 — exterior lighting, power train

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE S

Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE TRS AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Campaign 12V190000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20130522 — PE (closed 20140407)

Reduced power during hard acceleration

I 20150622 — PE (closed 20151019)

Brake Vacuum Pump Failure

I 20151016 — EA (closed 20160428)

Brake Vacuum Pump Failure

R 20160916 — power train

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Campaign 16V248000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20171225 — RQ (closed 20191022)

Unexpected Transmission Downshift

R 20190304 — power train

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S07.

Campaign 19V075000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Ford F-150 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (825 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (482 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (421 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 10V659000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 11V128000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 11V582000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 12V190000 (exterior lighting, power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V248000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V075000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

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WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 2011 Ford F-150 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Ford F-150 is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford F-150?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 Ford F-150 have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.