The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly downshifted to first gear and the vehicle slowed to 20 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the wheel speed sensor had malfunctioned. The contact stated that there was a Customer Satisfaction Program and an Extended Warranty coverage for the failure; however, the VIN was not included. Additionally, the vehicle had exceeded the mileage limitation. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 149,960.
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Service Advance Trac warning light comes on when backing while steering wheel turned. Multiple instances. Clears after a few minutes, but researching issue seems to be widespread across the Ford community, and has resulted in steering locking up while vehicle is in motion. Scheduled for maintenance visit to local dealership to diagnose. Codes read were C1963 & U0428
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission warning light illuminated, and the transmission inadvertently downshifted. Additionally, the vehicle would not accelerate above 30 MPH while driving. The contact restarted the vehicle to correct the failure; however, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the output speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 136,000. The contact wants to reimbursed for the cost of the repairs.
Brakes seem to go in and out from time to time . I keep getting the service brake system light on and will turn itself off after next key cycle . Dealer advised vacuum pump issues this should be a full blown recall
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to stop the vehicle, excessive force was needed to depress the brake pedal. The contact stated that the brake pedal was hot to the touch. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the vacuum pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure reoccurred and the vehicle was returned to the mechanic to be repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000.
Turning right the vehicle's steering and brakes locked up. The traction control system warning indicator illuminated. Rac and pinion unit replaced by Ford Dealer. Same problem occurred within 50 miles. Returned to Dealer. Dealer is unable to reproduce problem.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted and jerked. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised him to take the vehicle to a transmission specialist. The vehicle was then taken to the transmission specialist, who diagnosed that the molded leadframe and wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was included in the Customer Satisfaction Program: 16N02 (Molded Leadframe Extended Coverage) however, the mileage was over the warranty coverage. The failure mileage was 165,982.
It appears the master cylinder is leaking into the large black vacuum piece. Parked and went into shop in Safeway. Then came out and loaded kids, wife and groceries. Started truck, started to back out of spot, then tried to stop and no brakes, low brake fluid then comes up. I threw it into park and tried to think what is going on. Check the brake fluid and it is empty. Then go to gas station and add 2.5 pints. Start truck and wife pulls brakes and gets back to working, but notice the brake fluid is decreasing from resivior but seemed to stop. I topped it off and started to drive because brakes were working. After driving about 10 blockes, the low brake fluid alarm comes up again and I pull over and no brakes. Finally investigate and still no leaks anywhere. Finally look up online and find this is a common problem and you have recalled 2014 through 2017, but not 2012 or 2013, but seems to be a problem with this year as well.
On 22MAY2022 I started my vehicle and started pulling out of a parking space when I lost braking power. The failure resembled a similar issue I had in the past when the electronic vacuum pump failed and the brake pedal felt hard and required significant additional effort to bring the vehicle to a stop. The electronic vacuum pump and fuse has been replaced by the dealership previously. The unexpected brake failure caused me to roll farther than I wanted and hit the rock on my passenger side, rear door, causing minor body damage. Ford Customer Service said Customer Satisfaction Program 15N05 is a one time replacement and this vehicle is no longer eligible for the program since it has already been serviced. Additionally, they said any repair associated with this event is limited to 15N05 so body damage would not ne covered.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the brakes failed to function as needed at the initial start-up of the vehicle. After shifting to neutral(N) and waiting for a while, the brakes would function as needed. The contact stated that the previous owner had stated that the vehicle was included in a previous recall for the brake module. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer by the contact nor had the vehicle been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.
Brake Failure: The brake Vacuum Boost pump is failing which causes a loss of power assist brakes. This is a massive safety issue and can cause serious accidents. Oddly Fors no longer manufactures the Bracket to be able to replace the pump and there is no aftermarket alternative. My Dealer tells me their notes from ford say obtains from aftermarket but I have scoured the internet and nobody makes the bracket. IT's a terrible design and a huge safety issue that should be recalled completely . Ford watts to charge over $900 to fix it but cant even get the parts as described above. Transmission Lead Rail: Recently had the Transmission Lead rail fail whcih casued sudden downshiting at highway speeds and the shift indicator to not illuinate. THis again is a massive safetey issue that Ford issued sevral TSB on but never recalled. This almost got me killed on thehighway a few times. They charged me over $1500 to replace the LEAD rail when again this defcetive design and craftsmenship that is a massive safetey issue and should be fully recalled. Engine Stutter: My truck has almost always stuttered anytime you wne tover hal throtle, There are sveral TSB on this but FORD has not stepped up and taken care o fht eissue via recall. Apprnetly moisture build up in the inercooler and gets sucked into the intake due to poor design. Timing Chain Stretch: I now have Timing chain stretch, this also seems ot be quite common due to poor design. Rear Door Failure: I can no longer open my rear half door due to failure of internal plastic door components. You can research any o fhtese issues and find that htey are very common pronlems in F150 and other Ford vehicles due to their negligence in design and engineering and some are huge safetey issues that FORD has somehow been alloweed to ignore or issue insufficinet TSB instead of Recall.
Vacuum pump is bad again. This was previously recalled. The part has failed now for the third time. Only once was I reimbursed due to recall, but it has since failed twice more. Currently at 98,000 miles.
Vehicle sat idle in garage for two months. Started vehicle and brake pedal went to floor and was very soft. A warning was displayed on the instrument panel showing low brake fluid. Noting that master cylinder reservoir was almost empty I purchased a pint of DOT 3 brake fluid which I added to reservoir to "MAx" fill line. Started vehicle, brakes pumped up to a normal pedal pressure, took for a short test drive slowly testing brakes. All seemed normal at that time. Approximately 3 hours later I started vehicle, again noting that the brake pedal went to the floor. Checked the reservoir and found it almost empty again. Looked under vehicle and found no indication of fluid in any of the four corners by the wheels nor under the master cylinder. It is my belief that the fluid is leaking into the brake booster a problem which was addressed in a Safety Recall 20S31 issued by Ford Motor Company for a series of vehicles which although does not include my vehicle I believe that this issue is directly related and could also cause serious injury and/or damage if not repaired. I will have this issue fixed at my expense, however, I would be interested to learn if any other 2012 vehicles have experienced this problem.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at slow speeds, the brake pedal was applied but, was slow to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed about the extended warranty. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer however, vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
I have a 2012 f150 platinum eco boost When starting vehicle in morning I would here a strange noise coming from the front driver side, now I leave out of driveway after starting and when I apply brakes the truck will not stop like there is no brake pressure and feels like anti locks are on, I have to sit for a couple minutes and then they work but they only appear to work manually I have to push brake pedal hard, I tried diagnosing like the forum says I put my foot on brake and start vehicle, the brake pedal stays hard and does not move, they say if this happens it is the brake vacuum pump. There is a recall 15N05 on my year vehicle but Ford says my vehicle isn’t covered it’s under the mileage and the correct year, I have to buy the pump myself, why isn’t Ford honoring the recall I just ordered part and if needed will upload the invoice later
2012 ford f-150. Consumer writes in regards to electric vacuum pump safety recall. *ld
There is an issue with the electric brake vacuum pump. It males a loud noise when brakes are used and makes the brake pedal difficult to press down on and have a positive brake reaction. The first distance traveled after initial startup has very little brake activity due to the pump not creating brake pressure. It appears that it is a known issue by ford as some trucks have been recalled based on their manufacture location, my truck was not made at the location needed to qualify for the recall and fix of the problem, however the same issue exists as those that do qualify.
The electric vacuum pump for the brakes is making a loud buzzing noise. Ford says that this is a known issue and it isn't a problem. After doing some research I found out that this is just the beginning of the brakes going out. Although, there is not a recall for this issue. I'm not sure how there can't be a recall if this is a known issue in all 2011 and 2012 ford f150s.
I have had to replace front rotors and all pads at 8000 miles, replaced all 4 rotors and pads at 22,000 miles. I am now at 30,000 miles and now have no power assist. This year and model is know to have issues with the vacuum assist pump, which ford is not willing to replace. When backing down the driveway I lost braking and hit a sign on the other side of street opposite my driveway.
Brakes make scrapping noise wiper motor. Speed of wipers does not change after 2nd advance
While coming to stop my brakes failed and went to the floor. On exit 32 eastbound I-90. Thank god there were no other cars in front of me. After looking online there is a recall for 2013 -2014 ford 150 that were manufactured at the same plant as my truck. In our research it takes the same master brake cylinder as the recalled trucks. Our truck only has 78,000 miles on it.
Brake vacuum pump failure on residential city street, heard the pump running, then a gush of air resulting in extended stopping distance due to soft brake pedal. This part has been recalled in canada.
Having very poor braking and a hard pedal feeling when starting truck after sitting in driveway for a few hours. Issue occurs each time I start the truck. I can't get the tires to lock up and the antilocks to kick in no matter how hard I hit the brakes. A couple of times while backing out of my driveway it felt like the power breaks weren't even working and I had to jump on the pedal with both feet to bring her to a stop before going out in the road or hitting a child.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford f-150. The contact stated that at vehicle start up, the brake light warning indicator illuminated. The brake warning indicator light flashed continually. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 144,000.
Very little to no brakes at all. Of course the same issue everyone else is having. Vacuum pump/ brake booster! Definitely a safety issue and how they haven't fixed this issue yet is beyond me. No actually I do know since I'm a ford employee myself, but I'll save that for a representative. Remember 'quality is job one!' [xxx] from louisville kentucky. Email: [xxx]. Ssn [xxx] address [xxx]phone # [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Hard brake pedal resulting in no or very little braking when engine is cold and vehicle is stationary, every day, every time I start the vehicle. Once the pump begins working or becomes unstuck, I do have brakes, however I am very concerned that this will result in brake failure and an accident with serious injury to me and my passengers. This vehicle has had a recall on certain models for this issue resulting from a bad vacuum pump. Ford customer service has said my vehicle is not involved in the recall. It obviously is, because it is the exact same problem involved in the recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford f-150. While driving 35 MPH, the brake warning indicator illuminated. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but it failed to engage. The contact lifted her foot off the brake pedal and coasted the vehicle to a complete stop. The vehicle was towed to community ford lincoln of bloomington (2200 s walnut st, bloomington, in 47401, (812) 331-2200) where it was diagnosed that the master cylinder and brake booster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,624.
I was casually driving on the highway just outside of atlanta when all of a sudden I felt a jolt in the rear end and my advanced traction control turned on and stated that there was a problem. I pulled over and called a tow truck to take it to the ford dealership for service. The dealership advised me that somehow my rear axle differential had snapped on the rear driver side. They stated that usually they see that in high lifted trucks or with towing something heavy. My truck is standard lift and I do not tow any trailers and I am thinking it could possibly have been a factory defect as my truck is still pretty young and has only 114000 miles
The federal safety agency action #ea15006, ford company initiated customer satisfaction program 15n05. I had the electric vacuum pump (evp) replaced by for on 4/25/17 with 48,846 mi. By 3/19 I started hearing a noise in cab during cold starts, but it took a little while during cold starts it made the noise for me figure out is was coming from the engine area. I realize it was the evp again. Not 2 years and with about 63 and change miles, a mechanic said it was the evp again. I contacted ford dealer and they denied replacing the bad part, saying I only had 1 year or 12k to have it replaced. All of fords other parts get a 2 year warranty, except evp. Contacted ford complaint line on 4/13, they told me to have issue verified by a ford mechanic 1st. I did & on 4/17/19 gave them complaint, they gave me complaint #. The ford dealer I used called me back on 4/29/19, said ford denied fixing it as warranty, but offered to give me $100 of a $442 repair. Dealer said if I wanted the evp, to order it because they were on back order, it would be weeks. I called complaint line, asked to speak to someone else besides the warranty department about safety issue with evp, they gave me a new complaint # and said someone would call me- told them I wanted a supervisor, they said they were unavailable . I never heard from ford. I called ford back on 5/20/19, call taker said last complaint wasn't put in right, that's why no one called. I told her I wanted to talk to a supervisor, again said they were unavailable. One tried to call me at 9:23pm on 5/20?? Then called me on 5/23/19 at 7:04pm- I advised him the evp is gone bad, sounds worst the the 1st time it went. He said I was outside warranty & they would not fix it under the warranty. I advised him that ford knew this was an issue, because it is not longer a evp, it's a mechanical vacuum pump (mvp) now- it hooks into the motor. Ford put evp on as a band-ad
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford f-150. The contact took the vehicle to byers ford (1101 columbus pike, delaware, oh 43015, (888) 350-4405) where it was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v075000 (power train). While leaving the dealer, the contact noticed that the gear shifting was different and it would slowly shift into gear. The contact also noticed that the brake pedal felt spongy and difficult to depress. The vehicle failed to respond when the brake pedal was depressed. Within the past three months, the contact had to add four bottles of antifreeze to the transmission and the engine overheated. In addition, the service brake, engine hot, and transmission hot warning indicators illuminated. Occasionally, when the vehicle was stopped or idling, the air conditioner blew hot air and the windows failed to function. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer and was informed that there was a failure due to manufacturer recall number: 19s07 (power train). The repair was incomplete and the contact was informed that the vacuum pump failed and the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the brakes operated intermittently. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
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