Ford F-150 Problems: 15 Issues Every Owner Should Know
1997-2023 model years ยท 13,387+ owner reports ยท Updated April 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 13,387+ owner reports, the 1997-2023 Ford F-150 has 15 documented known issues, with 8 rated critical. The most serious are Spark Plug Thread Blowout ($150-$500 repair), Brake Line, Hose, and Hydraulic Component Failure ($300-$1,500 repair), Brake Vacuum Pump Failure (EcoBoost) ($300-$800 repair), Fuel Pump Driver Module Corrosion and No-Start/Stall ($150-$450 repair), Severe Frame Rust and Rear Frame/Leaf Spring Shackle Corrosion ($500-$6,000 repair), Throttle Body / Electronic Throttle Stalling and Hesitation ($150-$700 repair), Cruise Control Deactivation Switch Fire Risk and Driver Airbag Clockspring / Airbag Warning and Non-Deployment ($250-$900 repair). The most commonly reported issue is 10-Speed Transmission Shudder/Harsh Shifts with 2,800 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $6,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.