2011 Ford F-150: adaptive cruise control problems

Filed Dec 13, 2024 · Transmission · 101,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH with the cruise control activated, the instrument cluster gauges became inoperable, and the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle and continued driving and the vehicle operated normally. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer found no cause for the failure. The contact stated that the failure had reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer for a second diagnostic test, and the contact was informed that the transmission molded lead frame was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact linked the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V075000 (POWER TRAIN). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.

Filed Aug 8, 2024 · Transmission · 150,000 miles · OK

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on two occasions while driving at approximately 60 MPH with the cruise control feature activated, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle then lost motive power. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and restarted after five minutes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a handheld diagnostic machine stated that the failure referenced speed sensing. The vehicle was taken to the residence. On another occasion, while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission molded lead frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but the transmission was flushed and reset. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

Filed Oct 31, 2022 · Acceleration, Transmission · OH

Lead frame in transmission, causing downshifts in my truck and cruise control and speedometer shut off.I noticed theres a recall for issue but only on some. I'll be driving and all of a sudden wrench pops up and downshifts and dash components quit working and only runs in certain gears.also had to put 2 timing chains in,both at 50000 miles, 3 vacuum pumps for the brake system which both of these were recalled but only for 1 one each item..I work for Ford and try a d support them but just bought vacuum pump 3 weeks ago now this a d pump was 550$ no brakes without it..that also goes out right now. Ty

Filed Jun 27, 2022 · Acceleration, Brakes · OH · crash · 2 injuries

The vehicle was being driven with the cruise control set. Upon approaching an intersection on a four lane divided roadway I tapped the brakes to deactivate the cruise control. When pressure was applied to the brake pedal the cruise control did not disengage but the vehicle accelerated instead. I released pressure to the brake pedal and the vehicle continued at the cruise control set speed. I again applied pressure to the brake pedal and the vehicle again accelerated. To avoid striking stopped traffic I moved into the right turn lane with the vehicle continuing to accelerate as I attempted to brake the vehicle. Upon entering the intersection my vehicle struck another pickup truck broadside. I believe speed at the point of impact was 60 plus miles per hour. My vehicle then continued on and struck two utility poles. Both vehicles were damaged beyond repair. There appears to be a problem with the speed control system as it would not disengage but caused the vehicle to accelerate. Googling the same problem with other Ford F-150's I found several reports of the exact problem. I ordered the vehicle new and it was maintained by the Ford dealership. There were no known problems. Mileage is 31,900. At this time the vehicle has not been inspected for a cause but is available for inspection. The vehicle is in the towing company lot. This accident could have very easily resulted in fatalities. This accident should have never happened!!!

Filed Jun 26, 2022 · Acceleration, Brakes · OH · crash · 2 injuries

I was driving with the cruise control engaged set at 60 mph. Approached an intersection with traffic light with traffic stopped in both westbound lanes. Tapped the brake to deactivate the cruise control. The cruise control did not turn off but instead tapping the brake caused the truck to accelerate. Released the brake pressure and reapplied brake pressure. This action again caused the truck to accelerate. To avoid hitting stopped traffic I moved to the right hand turn lane which was free of traffic. The truck continued to accelerate as I applied brake pressure. As my truck entered the intersection a collision occurred with a northbound vehicle. The collision severely damaged my vehicle and the struck vehicle with injuries to myself and the other driver. Crash speed had to be over 60 mph. This was all captured by a traffic camera. My F-150 had 31,900 on the odometer. It has been dealership maintained since new and has no known defects other than this incident. No lights, no warnings. The truck has not been Inspected since the incident. The truck has heavy damage. This incident could have easily caused the deaths of myself and the other driver. Searches online have turned up the same complaints from other F-150 owners. I have photos on my email but can not get them loaded to this form. You need to see them!

Filed Dec 30, 2020 · Acceleration, Engine · 105,000 miles · TX

The most recent incident resulted in transmission having a harsh downshift to first gear causing vehicle to jerk and engine revs up. This has happened several times in the past including a few days before taking it in for the recall repair in 2019. ( recall 19v -075). This problem, according to ford, is due to intermittent failure of the output speed sensor ( part of the molded leadframe in the transmission). Two latest incidents occurred on a city street. Have had at least one occasion on an expressway where vehicle had very jerky transmission shift while in cruise control. Have complained about this to ford and took the vehicle in on two occasions ( see attached invoices). The problem has never been resolved and no warning messages or trouble codes have been found during the repairs. Ford issued an extended warranty coverage ( program # 19n01) on may 2019 and my vehicle still qualifies. I took the vehicle in this week to request they replace the molded leadframe since the problem is still present. They refuse to replace the part because they say no trouble codes are present. I have found others on ford forums who say they have the same problem and they also have no trouble codes stored either. Ford needs to acknowledge that the lack of trouble codes does not ensure the problem is not present. I continue to have concerns that my family's safety and others is jeopardized by ford not agreeing to take responsibility and making the necessary repairs. They themselves say in the recall notice that "this condition could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash."

Filed Apr 22, 2020 · Acceleration · 200,000 miles · OK · crash

The cruise control does not work because of a censor either up by the steering column or the sensor by the master cylinder under the hood ! It's about a $150.00 fix but I just got this truck and started driving it so I was shocked when I was having problems so early!! For a average person that is not much but for me I live in disability it sure takes the money away from food I was going to buy so it's a hardship. I love the truck and it's great but it's hard for me to get it fixed because I rely on the cruise control to keep the same speed when going down the highway . Please if there is anything you can do please let me know including sending me the part and I'll put it on it?s the cruise control sensor under the hood by the master cylinder. It release so the truck will slow down when the cruise control is turned off . Please and thank you. Have a blessed day [xxx] again thank you for your time . It's just hard for everyone right now . I know if I had the part I could fix it in 30 minutes! Thank you sir or man I have talked to a lot of people and they said they are having the same problem as I am . I hope you can just send me the part if I need to buy it I sure will I?ll send the money as soon as I get the part ! Please and thank you I really need your help I just don't have the cash until I get paid. Thank you again so much [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 4, 2020 · Acceleration, Lights · 39,000 miles · OR

After receiving recall 19s07-19v‑075 by mail and having it reprogrammed by crater lake ford medford,or the transmission shifts worse than the original. My vehicle was manufactured at georgia plant. 3.7 flex fuel. I was in cruise control going down a mountain pass with my foot on the brake and the cruise control failed to disengage and then abruptly shifted to a lower gear. The cruise control works flawlessly on most grades. The problem only seems to occur when during on highways in the mountains. 39k miles. Way too many light bulbs have gone out on this model. Never off-roaded . Not a work truck. Never even towed anything. Since that downhill cruise control problem occurred, now I have an antifreeze coolant leak at the expansion overflow tank on the 3/4 quick disconnect hose . Vehicle has never overheated. Low speed high rev before shifting into 2nd gear. Cruise control problem only on highway going downhill. Did they mistakenly reprogram my f150 with wrong recall?

Filed May 23, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 119,000 miles · IA

Driving 70 MPH when 2011 ford f-150 while driving in cruise control with A/C on lost all power..........and a tool displayed on dash. I was able to pull over on-side of interstate luckily.......turned off vehicle waited a few minutes and re-started with no further issues. I'm concerned this is similar to other issues ford products have been having. Need answers before your vehicle hurts my family!!!

Filed Jul 5, 2016 · Transmission · 100,000 miles · IA

Truck would not start but had power. Paid for new starter and still would not start. When able to get truck started manually underneath the truck- wrench light was on dash and truck would not shift gears, no cruise control, and no lights on dash for r p n d m. Trs code pulled on my truck when tested and this is part of a ford recall but ford stating my VIN is not part of the recall yet my truck is having this issue and they dont have to fix it.

Filed Jun 22, 2016 · Acceleration · 110,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford f-150. While driving at various speeds with the cruise control activated, the vehicle independently accelerated in excess of 80 MPH. The contact was able to stop the vehicle by shifting into neutral and shutting off the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. Updated 08/16/16

Filed Dec 1, 2015 · Acceleration · 10,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the cruise control engaged independently. The contact was unable to disengage the cruise control while depressing the brake pedal or depressing the off switch. The contact was able to switch the ignition key to the off position to slow the vehicle. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The contact stated that the failure recurred seven times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 10,000.