2001 Ford F-150 locks problems

Filed Jul 15, 2025 · Engine, Locks · 145,000 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2001 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the rear doors failed to open due to a fractured cable. The contact added WD-40 to the doors. The contact stated that the battery was draining while the door was opened. The contact stated that the resonator connecting the engine and muffler was rusted. The contact added putty to the area. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.

Filed Jun 24, 2020 · Body, Locks · 140,000 miles · CA

Hello: my ford 150 extended cab rear door do not open. I took it to a ford dealership and they told me the latches are broken. I did not have it fixed due to a possible recall issue. Thank you.

Filed Feb 28, 2020 · Body, Locks · 150,000 miles · CA

Re: VIN# [xxx] my ford 150 extended cab back doors latches have failed. The two back doors do not open. At first, I thought the rubber that runs along side the trim was caught, but when the second door stopped opening I took it to a ford dealership and he said there are two latches on each door , a bottom latch and a top latch. Both top latches have failed and now I cannot open the two back doors to my ford truck. The first door(driver side door) went out in november of 2019, and the second door stopped opening last week. Who is responsible for this? I am sure it will be expensive to take the doors off and replace the latches. Thank you for your time and help. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jun 26, 2015 · Body, Locks · 130,000 miles · HI

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. The contact inadvertently tried to open the door to the rear driver side of the vehicle, but the door would not open. The contact stated that this was a recurring failure. The dealer diagnosed that the door upper locking system need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 10/31/2017

Filed Sep 25, 2010 · Locks · 131,500 miles · NY

2001 ford f150 gas tank straps rusted. Noticed the broken one on 9/24/2010.

Filed Apr 21, 2010 · Locks · 117,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. While travelling at 55 MPH, the hood of the vehicle popped open; the hood also became bent as it flew backward. The hood also caused several small cracks in the windshield. The vehicle was taken to a body shop where the contact was informed that the latch under the hood broke and caused the failure. The current and failure mileages were approximately 117,000. Updated 11/03/10 *bf updated 11/04/10

Filed Dec 28, 2009 · Locks, Seat belts · 94,000 miles · CA

Random release of driver's seat belt latch.

Filed Sep 4, 2007 · Locks · 44,500 miles · NM · 1 injury

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. The contact stated that when he attempted to close the driver side front door, the chrome plated door handle cut his left hand. The dealer stated that the door handle was defective due to the chrome peeling. As of september 4, 2007, the door handle had not been replaced. The failure mileage was 44,500 and current mileage was 45,000. Updated 09/18/07

Filed Jun 25, 2007 · Lights, Locks · TX

Ford f150 crewcab, the interior light does not shut off which causes the doors not to lock . This is a security problem for my wife. After calling ford to report this problem they couldnt help me. Also, a problem in the 1995 ford ranger. But the part were very expensive.

Filed Mar 26, 2001 · Locks · MS

Latch on vehicle is not aligned correctly with door, and door locks up incorrectly. Contacted dealer, and dealer adjusted door, but the problem still remains.