2009 Ford F-150: engine failure

Filed Oct 25, 2019 · Acceleration, Electrical · 164,000 miles · MI

Purchased vehicle in nov 2018, less than one year than the date of this claim. On nine different occasions my vehicle experienced one or more of the following: loss of all electrical power, steering, acceleration control, fuel pump/injectors, timing of the RPM, and other related issues leaving me stranded in the middle of nowhere, immediately and instantaneously stalled out on highways and major freeways without warning, some of which nearly LED to vehicular accidents from sudden loss of all electronic equipment and power of the truck, with hundreds of individuals having experienced the same or similar issues with this year and model f-150. In the midst of all of this, I've spent over $3,500+ in repairs between the date of purchase to date of this claim to the ECM, fuel pump module, fuel injector harness, battery, ignition switch, mass flow air sensor, camshaft position sensors, serpentine belt, and normal maintenance, and have been informed that I now need a new engine, another $5,000 on top of the present $6,784 lien currently on the vehicle. The physical safety of myself and others has not only been placed in jeopardy, but this issue and vehicle has placed me in a serious, delinquent, and seemingly impossible financial position. I can't even get the car to run now, it will not drive after the engine suddenly stalled out 15 days ago as I lost all ability to accelerate on freeway; engine was overheating and had no oil pressure. Timing chains, rod, main bearing and camshafts all need repair with no guarantee that I won't be placed in the same or similar position again if I were to correct, possible bankruptcy if left uncorrected. Ford wants $400 more for inspection, makes no guarantee all issues will he identified and refuses to make repairs or take responsibility for their faulty 5.4l v8 triton engine & electrical system that are 'built ford tough.' please help.

Filed Sep 18, 2019 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · AK

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. While driving and depressing the brake pedal, a pulsation occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who test drove the vehicle and diagnosed that the front and rear brake rotors and pads needed to be replaced. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The contact also stated that the same failure occurred a few years ago and the vehicle was towed to kendall ford of kenai (10288 kenai spur hwy, kenai, ak 99611, (866) 387-7984). The dealer test drove the vehicle and diagnosed that the brake system seized and the vehicle had to be towed back to the dealer. The brake rotors, pads, and calipers were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty and there was no recall. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

Filed Jul 20, 2018 · Steering · 34,790 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. While reversing out of the driveway and turning to the left, the steering wheel seized. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to north brothers ford, inc. (33300 ford rd, westland, mi 48185, (734) 421-1300) where it was diagnosed that the steering wheel seized and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 34,790.

Filed Apr 4, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 158,000 miles · WA

Vehile has/shut down on 6 or 7 separate occasions while sitting in a parking lot or at a stop lights the steering also locked up while trying to turn left . I have taken it to several but the only thing they tell I need a new engine ,. Which we cannot afford, we got it serviced on time and took care of it thinking we would have it for many years. Now it is garbage I have always defended ford but now am so upset don't know what we will do .

Filed Feb 13, 2017 · Brakes · 10,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the brakes seized and the brake warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer kept the vehicle for nine days. The dealer diagnosed and replaced the ABS module, but the failure recurred. Additionally, the brake pedal was stiff and extremely hard to depress. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

Filed Dec 15, 2016 · Body · 36,500 miles · NJ

While trying to exit the vehicle after parking, the front driver door would not unlock or open. The lock knob and inside handle would not move. The outside handle would not open the door either. The driver had to climb over the center console to exit the vehicle through the passenger door. The vehicle was brought to the dealer where they determined that the door latch was seized. After replacing the door latch assembly, the interior door handle and a cable, the door now functions properly.

Filed Aug 15, 2015 · Engine · 87,024 miles · UT

Purchased this vehicle used from a well known and popular dealer in utah. We did not note any noises during the test ride and vehicle appeared in great condition. On the drive home (of course) we stopped for dinner. Noticed a loud knocking noise coming from the engine. This continued and worsened and we feared the vehicle would stall. The problem subsided when the RPM's increased slightly. We were able to duplicate the problem repeatable in a parking lot at low speeds and low rpms. Specifically when turning left and the problem worsened when the 4x4 was selected. I video taped the engine noise as proof for the dealership. Doing research we have noted that this is a common problem with the 2009 f150 5.4 l. Range of problems described as either cam phaser or internal engine problem. Corrections have been noted as either cam phaser replacements (not very helpful) or full engine replacement. Taking the vehicle back to the dealer this morning to return.

Filed Jun 5, 2015 · Engine · 130,475 miles · MO

2009 ford f150 has been shaking at idle or when going slow when vehicle is not in park. It shakes and jerks terribly bad. It has caused me to stall at a stop light waiting for the light to turn green and I've nearly been hit in the rear multiple times and this is not counting the road rage people have when this happens. Took it to a shop and was told it was a cam phaser. Found out this is a common problem with ford's 5.4 but ford isn't doing anything about it. I guess if you just get ran into and not killed from something then it's not serious enough to own up to it and issue a recall? This is ridiculous and dangerous!! Besides not having $4k to fix it I've also been told that it often requires you to get a new engine. If I don't have $4k I definitely don't have $8k for a new engine. Someone needs to help us please!!!

Filed Jun 17, 2014 · Airbags, Steering · 78,000 miles · NC · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the power steering failed and the steering wheel seized. As of result of the failure, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into an embankment. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a bruised sternum. A police report was filed of the incident. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.....updated 06/27/14 *bf pictures received. 06/30/14

Filed Jul 17, 2012 · Engine · 37,000 miles · MN

While driving the vehicle engine lost all power and when I pulled over to the side of the road the engine died. Tried restarting the engine multiple times, and it would start but only run for a few seconds and then die. Had it towed to the local ford dealer and they could not replicate the problem. Have had the same issue 4 more times since then. Vehicle engine dies but the last few times has restarted. Took it into the local ford dealer again and again they could not replicate the problem.