2026 Ford F-150
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 306 |
| 1992 | 479 |
| 1993 | 588 |
| 1994 | 700 |
| 1995 | 626 |
| 1996 | 324 |
| 1997 | 2,758 |
| 1998 | 1,381 |
| 1999 | 1,044 |
| 2000 | 1,076 |
| 2001 | 1,236 |
| 2002 | 821 |
| 2003 | 423 |
| 2004 | 2,029 |
| 2005 | 1,112 |
| 2006 | 585 |
| 2007 | 488 |
| 2008 | 369 |
| 2009 | 324 |
| 2010 | 843 |
| 2011 | 2,189 |
| 2012 | 1,781 |
| 2013 | 2,993 |
| 2014 | 1,536 |
| 2015 | 1,726 |
| 2016 | 2,079 |
| 2017 | 1,452 |
| 2018 | 2,318 |
| 2019 | 1,337 |
| 2020 | 738 |
| 2021 | 1,030 |
| 2022 | 599 |
| 2023 | 416 |
| 2024 | 194 |
| 2025 | 106 |
| 2026 | 11 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
5 of 11 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-30
Also filed under Service brakes and electrical system
Service brakes
4 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-06
Engine
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
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Knocking noise coming from engine. Only 1900 miles
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-07
Electrical system
2 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Intermittently, the instrument cluster does not turn on upon startup. Speedometer and all other gauges within that screen go dark.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-04-14
Vehicle speed control
1 of 11 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-03-25Electrical system, exterior lighting26V104000 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.
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2026-09-21Fuel system, gasoline26V578000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69.
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2026-10-16Seats26V655000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 F-150 vehicles. The front seats may have been improperly secured to the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the front seat bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
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Date not on fileStructure26V550000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026.
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Date not on filePower train26V576000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear axle tail bearing, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S63.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 Ford F-150 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V550000 · Structure
- Recall 26V576000 · Power train
- Recall 26V104000 · Electrical system, exterior lighting
- Recall 26V578000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 26V655000 · Seats
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- Is the 2026 Ford F-150 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Ford F-150?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Ford F-150 have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.