2024 Ford F-150
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 306 |
| 1992 | 479 |
| 1993 | 588 |
| 1994 | 700 |
| 1995 | 626 |
| 1996 | 324 |
| 1997 | 2758 |
| 1998 | 1381 |
| 1999 | 1044 |
| 2000 | 1075 |
| 2001 | 1236 |
| 2002 | 821 |
| 2003 | 423 |
| 2004 | 2028 |
| 2005 | 1112 |
| 2006 | 585 |
| 2007 | 488 |
| 2008 | 369 |
| 2009 | 324 |
| 2010 | 842 |
| 2011 | 2185 |
| 2012 | 1779 |
| 2013 | 2980 |
| 2014 | 1527 |
| 2015 | 1698 |
| 2016 | 2033 |
| 2017 | 1429 |
| 2018 | 2288 |
| 2019 | 1317 |
| 2020 | 723 |
| 2021 | 1003 |
| 2022 | 585 |
| 2023 | 405 |
| 2024 | 186 |
| 2025 | 102 |
| 2026 | 7 |
| 2027 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
30% of complaints: power train — 55 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the steering wheel locked up and the vehicle stalled, and it rolled across an intersection and then stopped. The vehicle failed to restart.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260724
Also filed under STEERING
While driving in Sport mode on an interstate, during descending downhill, the transmission started down shifting. At that time near the bottom of the hill was standing water on an area.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260712
Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
26% of complaints: exterior lighting — 49 distinct reports on file.
CRASH22% of complaints: electrical system — 40 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing sensor/sending unit and adas.
CRASH FIRE INJURY9% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
CRASH INJURY8% of complaints: service brakes — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Purchased new vehicle May 2024 primarily for towing my recreational vehicle (2024 Ford F150 Pickup).
NHTSA ODI report, 20260802
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S32.
Campaign 24V329000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C20.
Campaign 24V486000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
Campaign 24V852000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles. The steering gear assembly may have been assembled with an incorrect rack, which can cause the gears to fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 19, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S04.
Campaign 25V022000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
Campaign 25V164000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 24V851000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 25V198000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025.
Campaign 25V512000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus,...
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Campaign 25V315000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 26V104000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Ford F-150 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (55 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (49 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (40 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 24V329000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V486000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V852000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V022000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V164000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V851000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V198000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V512000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V315000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V104000 (electrical system, exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2024 Ford F-150 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Ford F-150 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ford F-150?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford F-150 have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.