Ford Known Issues & Problems

683 documented problems across 40 Ford models. Every issue includes symptoms, repair costs, and solutions — compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, owner forums, and field reports.

683

Total Issues

40

Models Covered

352

Critical Issues

According to Au7o's analysis, Ford vehicles have 683 documented known issues across 40 models, with 352 rated critical by the Au7o research team. The most commonly affected Ford model is the Aerostar with 5 documented issues. Full technical analysis and DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

All Ford Models (40)

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3 critical5 issues

16 critical30 issues

8 critical15 issues

3 critical4 issues

7 critical13 issues

Visual available

8 critical15 issues

5 critical13 issues

8 critical18 issues

Visual available

31 critical46 issues

4 critical5 issues

11 critical21 issues

Visual available

37 critical71 issues

Explorer Sport Trac

2 critical2 issues

5 critical6 issues

44 critical87 issues

F-150 Lightning

5 critical11 issues

3 critical6 issues

F-250 Super Duty

13 critical20 issues

10 critical20 issues

11 critical23 issues

3 critical5 issues

5 critical14 issues

8 critical20 issues

5 critical15 issues

2 critical3 issues

14 critical18 issues

4 critical4 issues

Visual available

14 critical34 issues

Visual available

15 critical42 issues

10 critical16 issues

4 critical5 issues

Visual available

8 critical22 issues

5 critical8 issues

2 critical3 issues

1 critical3 issues

9 critical16 issues

Transit Connect

7 critical12 issues

2 critical3 issues

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