2019 Ford F-150 complaints

Truck started smoking from under the hood in the area of the battery compartment while driving. Then truck burst into flames. 53,000 miles. No injuries. Hillsborough County Fire Rescue came to the scene with report number XXX-XXX and can be reached at [XXX] . Sticker shows built in May 2019. There was a recall 19S40 which applied to vehicles made in June 2019. So I was only one month prior to the official recall date. However, 19S40 specifically mentions fire risk. I believe my truck had this defect and was not recalled when it should have been. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

I have had my 2019 Ford F-150 for 5 years now and always noticed that it was consuming oil. After further investigation I discovered that Ford put out TSB 19-2365 (and 19-2338) which I never received pertaining to oil consumption. I talked to Ford and they said they would inspect for a mere $199.00 dollars for a problem they new was a problem for my 5.0 liter coyote engine. Since the problem began I now have a faulty catalytic converter and 02 sensors because of this defect. I also have to purchase a catch can to prevent oil getting through to the catalytic converter.

When transmission is cold it falls on its face going into 3rd and will shift from 3 to 7th back to 1st til warm once warm it shifts better but harshly into 3rd gear

My trucks transmission cdf drum would cause a sudden down shift to first gear while driving.

Transmission skips 4th gear then dropps down all the way to first then jumps all the way to 8th then back down to 4th again. Jerks real ha4d when it happens.

Erratic shifting and skipping gears, unexpected downshift to 1st gear or neutral causing loss of power when driving in freeway either in hot or cold. This is very crucial and serious issue because it cause a crash. Vehicle was taken to a Ford dealer and because they coundln't found any recall linked to this VIN so they did confirm failure of transmission. Even though they confirmed failure on transmission when I first noticed it was when it had around 50k miles and right now has around 96k.

This vehicle is currently in the shop and the tech is saying we may have to have a transmission replacement. The tech also stated that Ford knows there is a issues with these transmissions and they have not corrected it or made any improvements. Also, Ford will not issue a recall. The vehicle has a very hard shift and is dangerous to drive and it also completely shut down on us, putting our life in danger. We do all the proper maintenance and upkeep on the vehicle at a Ford dealership. This issue is very disappointing as these are "American made" vehicles.

Ford has had a known problem with their cam phaser in 2017-2020 Truck and SUV's. My truck got the recall 21B10 accomplished in 2021 and just a couple years later requires $5600 to fix a failed camshaft gear/sprocket. Ford refuses to help pay for the required repair.

Sudden downshifting, missing shift, sudden deceleration, harsh banging into gear.

Problems with truck shifting, hard shifting. Truck engine reving up when driving and you try to accelerate, like it was in neutral. Transmission making loud clunking noise and jerky stop when coming to a stop. I thought I had been rear ended.

When driving home from work at night on the highway in a 55mph zone my truck lost all power and the ability to accelerate. While on the highway began to hit the gas a bit more and saw the gears go from gear 10 all the way down to 1st gear at 55mph. Not sure what was happening and the truck began to “gear hunt” (attempting to find a gear that would give power). The truck gave me a check engine light and a alert of reduced power. I started to smell a burning smell in the vehicle and someone behind me was flashing me with their high beams to attempt to alert me something was wrong. I rolled the window down and looked in my mirror and saw white bellowing smoke being produced from behind the vehicle causing other drivers to either change lanes or slow down so they can see. I used what speed I had left from going down a on ramp to pull into a parking spot behind a building on the main road and had to call for a tow truck very late at night after my shift. I had the vehicle towed to that into the service department of a certified Ford dealership. After a few days of waiting for a response on the diagnosis of the vehicle, they stated that the transmission had blown and needed a replacement.

Transmission 10R80 2 times now my transmission has slipped while trying to accelerate from a stop entering the flow of traffic. Both times it has happened after the transmission has warmed up to operating temperature. No it has not been confirmed or inspected by a dealer or independent service center. There has been no warning lights or messages. The transmission irregularly slips shifting to 3rd gear shortly after a cold start up before the transmission has fully warmed up.

I have a 2019 f150 5.0v8 with 10 speed trans. On 10/23/2023 my rear axle was replaced and mew engine was ordered on 11/13/2023. Had issues with my engine and the dealer replaced the engine around 80k miles on 4/18/2024. I was also having issues with my transmission having hard shifts and clunking or jumping gears. I took my truck to the dealer with the extended warranty back in OCT of 2024, dealer checked it and I was told it needed an update or reprogramming of the transmission , the reprogramming was not covered by ext warranty so I paid out of pocket. 6 months later In april I took it back in as the transmission was still having the same issues. The dealer did another reprogramming and was told the fluid was low and I again paid out of pocket. Took the truck home and it had the same issues again. Called dealer over and over to get my truck in and was told to wait over and over until they could get a loaner vehicle. After multiple text messages and complaints to them they finally had a loaner for me. This time I had video evidence of my truck downshifting gears on the freeway and loss of acceleration and trans temp overheating with error code popping up. Took the truck in again and sent them the video. After a week I was told my truck is ready and nothing wrong with the transmission just had too much fluid. The truck continues to have transmission issues and seems like the dealer is just pushing me along until my ext warranty expires. The dealership is Suburban Ford in Ster

The 10‑speed automatic transmission (10R80) in my 2019 Ford F‑150 failed prematurely at 71,972 miles. Prior to failure, the vehicle exhibited repeated harsh shifting, slipping between gears, delayed engagement, and occasional sudden jolts during acceleration. These symptoms occurred during normal driving and created unsafe conditions, especially when merging or crossing intersections. The transmission ultimately required a full replacement on 07/23/2025 at a cost of $8,400. This is a major drivetrain component that should not fail at this mileage under normal use. I later learned that many other owners have reported similar issues with the 10R80 transmission across multiple model years. This appears to be a widespread defect affecting safety, drivability, and reliability. I am submitting this complaint so NHTSA can investigate the pattern of premature failures and determine whether a recall or corrective action is warranted.

Cam phaser recall

Power train not functioning properly, jerks and slips. getting to the point where its unsafe to drive.

Transmission issue. Sudden down shift and spike in RPMS while driving. Hard shift during acceleration.

My transmission has begun to shift extremely rough the vehicle now loses power with no notice OR it excellerates up to almost 4000rpm. So much that I have to break and try to pull over immediately. Without any notice the vehicle no shifts rough from 3-4 skips 6 completely and whines out in 8th gear.

Vehicle out of nowhere downshifts harshly.

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving in 1st gear, the transmission violently upshifted into 3rd gear while the accelerator pedal was depressed. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving in the 3rd gear, the vehicle briefly hesitated while upshifting before suddenly accelerating with the accelerator pedal depressed. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the transmission was serviced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. An appointment with the dealer was scheduled to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign: 25E070000 (Power Train) and TSB: 25-2126; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,200.

Transmission started slipping at 100,000. and needed to be replaced shortly after.

Unintended downshifts, hard shifting, long pausing in-between shifts. I took it into a Ford dealer and they are suggestions transmission replacement. I'm looking online and it shows numerous recalls for these issues.

Transmission shutter/slipping

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on several occasions, while the vehicle was stopped, the transmission became stuck in fourth gear and the vehicle failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The accelerator pedal was depressed to the floor for the vehicle to respond. The vehicle gradually accelerated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 99,500.

Harsh/erratic shifting, clunking, hesitation between gears, and sudden loss of power. Was unaware there was a known defect with these transmissions and almost rear ended vehicles in multiple occasions due to the vehicles acceleration hesitation and then bolting forward. Dealership now states the transmission needs to be replaced at just over 70,000 miles

I took my truck in to be repaired for an incompetent tow truck driver wrapping a chain around the pinion yoke to put my truck on a flatbed because the alternator failed. Once the pinion seal repair was completed, the repair shop told me there were codes popping up on how it was running. The codes were related to the timing and were likely the cam phasers needing to be replaced with the timing. It turns out that the engine was needing to be replaced because there were grooves in the cam journals from metal shavings that were caused after the cam phaser lock out pin broke. The engine was on backorder from Ford and after a little over 3 months, I got a new engine for a mere $12,314. This is for a used truck that I purchased and have only owned for just going on 2 years. I called Ford corporate office to see if I could get help paying for the repairs but they told me that I had to take it directly to a Ford dealership. The Ford dealerships nearby are 3 or more months out, just to take a look at your vehicle and diagnose it. I couldn't wait that long, so I went to a local mechanic shop that I trust. It was hard enough having to wait 3 months for my engine to be replaced, let alone waiting 3 months for Ford to diagnose it and then however long for them to actually replace it.

Cam phasers

Center piece of steering wheel is cracked

Around curves truck will down shift too many gears. The problem was when it did it recently with the icey roads the tires locked up for a second and I got sideways. I got it straight but if a car was coming I would crashed. My speed was around 50 but I let off the gas to slow down for the curver never applied brakes yet. It does it usually when slowing down its done it since ive owned it and its never bothered me too much until this recent instance. No warning lights, only recall is back up camera I dont have issues with. Ive complained to many ford dealers and my year dose not qualify, if I want to get it fixed I need to buy new transmission.

Bought the truck used from a ford dealer with roughly 34000 miles in 2023.Transmission had a slightly hard shift into 5th gear then that escalated to a jump of shifting from 1 to 4 leaving traffic lights or stop sighns. The truck would also drive in first shift to 2nd or 3rd and loose all power for moment of time then shift to 4th. Changed trans filter and replaced motorcraft ulv to specs at roughly 70200 miles with no change in shift pattern. Drove then next day to town about 6 miles trans temp reached 260-280 in that short time with the same random unsafe shift pattern as stated before.

This 10 speed transmission 10R80 is very well known to fail. This should be investigated and recalled by ford with a fix. So many people with f150s year 2017-present have this transmission with issues. Mine is currently starting to have issues and I know how much it will cost to repair. Even repairing makes me nervous because I’d hate to have another 10R80 back in it.

Harsh shifting including sudden downshifts that result in uncontrolled acceleration. This has occurred typically at slow speeds in parking garages or at stop lights.

Transmission harsh shifting, shift slare, slow engagement and falling out of gear. This causes a serious safety hazard if you need to move and cannot. Vehicle is currently at the dealer being diagnosed.

While operating my 2019 Ford F-150 XLT on a highway at normal speed, the vehicle suddenly and aggressively downshifted without any driver input. The abrupt deceleration created an immediate safety hazard. I was wearing a seatbelt; without it, there was a substantial risk of ejection and serious injury or death. A vehicle traveling behind me was forced to brake suddenly and skid to avoid a high-speed rear-end collision. This incident placed multiple motorists at significant risk The vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, and no action on my part caused the downshift. Shortly after the incident, the wrench warning indicator illuminated on the dashboard, signaling a mechanical malfunction. I immediately took the vehicle to an authorized Ford dealership, where I was informed that the transmission had failed and required complete replacement. I was required to pay for the repair out of pocket because the vehicle had approximately 62,000 miles, slightly exceeding the 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. Following this incident, I became aware of numerous consumer complaints describing substantially similar failures, including unexpected and erratic shifting and sudden downshifts. These reports indicate a recurring and systemic transmission defect involving unpredictable gear engagement. Given the volume of complaints, the existence of class action litigation, and the severity of the safety risk, this condition constitutes a safety-related defect rather than a performance i

Problems with the transmission shuddering, lock up and incorrect shifting is causing safety issues when driving. Check engine light is on/off and when it randomly locks up causes concern at intersections when driving. Please provide help/assistance and or notification of a mfg recall. Thank you.

This is realted to the 10 speed transmission. The vehicle started to downshift hard. I parked it at home and went to move it and it would not move. I had it towed to my locall Ford Dealer where thy told me I needed a complete new transmission totally $9500!!!!

The torque converter has failed after only 22,000 miles. The Ford dealer told me that if not replaced then my transmission will be ruined.

I noticed the rear axel or back suspension on this truck is making a very load uncomfortable sound, like when two pieces of metal are rubbing up against each other... Its under tension and making a bind on the back passenger side. I got the truck with my mechanic few and body/auto repair guy and observed a 1/4 inch UBolt that holds the lead spring I believe hitting up against another bolt on the rear suspension and I cant access or open the drain plug too check the differential. Also there are a lot of loose wires under the dashboard, that already made me trip once, and Im a disabled veteran. Can you please help me get that taken care of?

10speed transmission knocking in and out of gear even trying to turn left is a major safety concern I’ve had times it knock out of gear and it revs on its own without my foot on the pedal and after about 10seconds it jumps into gear with seconds to spare of on coming traffic Ford knows about it I’ve had it looked at and they just did a “software update” for it to keep doing it what’s it going to take for them to fix the issue they built from driving 60mph going from 10th gear trying to engage 1st gear isn’t good

10R80 TRANSMISSION CDF DRUM FAILURE HARD SHIFT BETWEEN GEARS, SPORADIC GEAR CHANGING FROM 10TH TO 1ST GEAR. CAUSING TRUCK JERK LOOSE POWER WHILE DRIVING PUTTING DRIVER AND PASSENGER AT RISK. WENT TO A FORD DEAL FOR ASSEMANT AND CONFIRM THAT CDF DRUM BUSHING HAS SLIPPED AND OTHER ISSUE INTERNAL COMPONENTS FAILURE. NO ENGINE LIGHT SHOWING FROM ISSUE BUT THIS ISSUE STARTED IN 12/2025. FORD HAS KNOWN ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND NOT APPLY AS A SAFETY CONCERN. MY TRUCK HAS ONLY 54,000 MILES. THIS ISSUE SHOULD HAVE BEEN ADDRESSED AS A RECALL BY FORD FOR SAFETY.

I am reporting a safety-related defect involving the 10R80 transmission in my 2019 Ford F-150. The vehicle experiences erratic shifting and loss of power that appears to be caused by a known defect in the transmission’s CDF clutch drum assembly. Ford has issued TSBs for this problem (including TSB 25-2126), which describe axial movement of the CDF drum sleeve leading to hydraulic pressure loss. However, this issue has not been addressed through a recall. My vehicle exhibits symptoms consistent with this defect, including: •Harsh and unexpected shifts •Delayed engagement when accelerating •RPM flares and slipping between gears •Loss of power or hesitation during passing, merging, or turning •Sudden or unpredictable shift behavior that affects vehicle control These symptoms occur at random and create unsafe driving conditions, especially when entering traffic or making left turns. The loss of power and inconsistent shift timing can leave the vehicle unable to accelerate when necessary, which creates a potential crash hazard. This appears to be a widespread issue affecting Ford vehicles equipped with the 10R80 transmission from multiple model years. Many owners have reported the same symptoms, and transmission specialists have documented a design flaw in the original CDF drum, where the internal bushing moves out of position and causes hydraulic circuit failure. Ford has quietly released a revised CDF drum, which further indicates that the original design may be defective. Becau

(Current approx mileage of occurance 104,xxx -105,xxx)The transmission on my 2019 Ford F150 abruptly started to run really bad. The transmission started slamming gears, hard shifting, delayed shifting, delayed acceleration. The shifting was slamming to hard, that it felt like another vehicle hit me in the rear. I called a local Ford dealership on 1/7/2026 to make an appointment to get the software updated (TSB 21-2145), the earliest appointment I was able to get was 1/13/2026. I drove the truck again on Sunday (1/11/2026) for church, and upon returning home, the wrench icon appeared on my dash board. I did not drive the truck again until 1/13/26 for the appointment. I took the truck in on my appointment and shared my concerns with the technician about it being a bigger problem than a software update, and he assured me he would complete proper inspection and diagnostics. After the tech completed the software update (& reset shift tables) the truck drove worse. He informed me, he believes the truck will need a replaced transmission. On my way home the truck drove worse, Slamming gears harder, and hesitating worse, worse delayed acceleration. The truck is not safe to drive. I took it to another reputable transmission shop in town 1/15 for a 2nd opinion, and he concluded the same. Transmission needs to be replaced. The frustrating thing in all of this, is I had an extended warranty on the truck through 100k miles. I took the truck in to the local Ford Dealer for a full inspection

Transmission is exhibiting harsh and delayed shifting which causes the vehicle to lurch, accelerate and decelerate at unexpected rates. These acceleration and deceleration issues present a hazard while driving to myself and other drivers as the vehicle can unexpected decelerate with out brakes being applied and cause a collision. The vehicle has been inspected by the dealership and they confirmed the symptoms and that internal components of the transmission are failing. The vehicle currently has 81,000 miles and should not be exhibiting this behavior. The issues started around October 2024 and resolved temporarily after a transmission fluid drain and fill but returned after approximately 2 weeks.

The transmission is having issues shifting like not wanting to go into gear and at time getting stuck in intersections not wanting to find what gear to go in. Hard shifting and downshifting at any givin time .

The 10 speed transmission is shuddering, slipping, and missing gears. This is extremely dangerous when driving through intersections and needing to maintain speed especially when turning/crossing lanes with oncoming traffic. Also, when driving up a hill and you have power loss.

Backup camera became blurry. Then it froze. Now it backup image froze and remains on screen when vehicle is put in drive. Dealer and Ford says not under recall or the 15 year warranty program even though vehicle is in the year of the warranty. Yes dealer knows. A [XXX] is now driving vehicle under learners permit. Yes ford dealer inspected and said was foggy lens. Had ford check their OASIS system and they said vehicle is not listed. Stated they won’t give me a response in writing that it is not concerned because that proprietary information. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Transmission failure at 76,000 miles. Vehicle not properly responding coupled with erratic gear behavior when trying to shift gears. Problem was confirmed by Ford dealer Doggett Ford, South Loop, Houston Texas. Diagnosis: Transmission replacement. No warning lights or messages. Problems appeared suddenly and deteriorated quickly. Ford Customer Support was contacted but only offered to pay around $4,000.00 against a $11,000.00 repair estimate by the dealer. How is it possible that these trucks have not been recalled? My internet research in the last month or so since the problem occurred reveals that this is a well known problem with the 10 speed transmission in question. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to any comments you may have.

My F150 is having problems shifting gears. Most prevalent in the lower gears when accelerating. It hesitates as it shifts, up or down, and then creates a loud thud and jerks the truck, as it finally shifts. You can feel it during other gears, as when downshifting to climb a hill. There is a loss of drive during this shifting hesitation, and this creates a safety issue when pulling out into traffic. I have contacted the local Ford dealership, and they stated that I needed to bring it in for a transmission evaluation. I booked the earliest appointment, but it is five weeks out.

10R80 ten speed automatic transmission first exhibited indications of failure 9/16/2020, Ford's response being reprogram PCM. Transmission has progressively declined in reliability complete with harsh shifts, jerking, erratic up and downshifts, suddenly reverting into neutral at highway speeds. Safety of self, wife and other family members imperiled due to the vehicle suddenly lurching, jerking, and slamming forward in an unsafe manner at highway speeds. Ford dealerships have reprogrammed the transmission PCM four times over several years with progressively worsening transmission functionality. Dealership service specialist has confirmed that the transmission failure is due to internal components with burnt fluid as a component. But, Ford will not allow them to open the transmission up, denied repeatedly by the manufacturer as the issue with this 10R80 transmission is widespread with thousands of complaints filed, sone with NHTSA and others online and with Ford Customer Service to no avail. Ford is denying this manufacturer's defective transmission to avoid financial liability likely in the multi million dollar range over a wide array of Ford products with this faulty transmission installed in them. During the four times that Ford dealerships have reprogrammed the transmission's computer at the behest and mandate of Ford Motor Company, this vehicle's transmission repair was covered by both the manufacturers warranty as well as a privately purchased Ford Extended Service Plan

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the Auto START/STOP feature was inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle was shaking, and while idling, the vehicle started jerking abnormally. The contact stated that the transmission was slow to shift. The check engine warning light was illuminated, and the message cylinder #6 misfire was displayed, but had turned off. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25E070000 (Power Train). The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and confirmed the remedy was not yet available, and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 155,000.