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Ford F-150 Problems and Repair Histories

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2012 Ford F-150 49 F-150s, 6.3 months of data per F-150, average 6800 miles54
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2011 Ford F-150 101 F-150s, 10.4 months of data per F-150, average 16000 miles39
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2010 Ford F-150 72 F-150s, 10.2 months of data per F-150, average 31800 miles39
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2009 Ford F-150 47 F-150s, 10.1 months of data per F-150, average 40300 miles

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2008 Ford F-150   18 F-150s, 8.4 months of data per F-150, average 60800 miles

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2007 Ford F-150 29 F-150s, 8.9 months of data per F-150, average 73100 miles14
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2006 Ford F-150 28 F-150s, 9.9 months of data per F-150, average 83800 miles

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2005 Ford F-150   23 F-150s, 8.3 months of data per F-150, average 94200 miles

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2004 Ford F-150 40 F-150s, 9.5 months of data per F-150, average 91600 miles

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2003 Ford F-150   19 F-150s, 9.0 months of data per F-150, average 102800 miles

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2002 Ford F-150   23 F-150s, 8.4 months of data per F-150, average 120700 miles

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2001 Ford F-150 28 F-150s, 7.9 months of data per F-150, average 136800 miles

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2000 Ford F-150   18 F-150s, 8.8 months of data per F-150, average 152300 miles

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1999 Ford F-150   17 F-150s, 8.1 months of data per F-150, average 134200 miles

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1998 Ford F-150   12 F-150s, 7.8 months of data per F-150, average 160000 miles

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1997 Ford F-150   10 F-150s, 6.1 months of data per F-150, average 222800 miles

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2013 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 6.5ft bed

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

Ford F-150 in Idaho, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2013 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 2000 0 Navigation needed software update. 

 

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2012 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 0   First odometer entry
May 2012 4000 0 A warning message came on about the anti-skid system. The dealer reset something on the steering sensor angle. 
Oct 2012 8000 0 Check engine light started flashing accompanied by loss of acceleration. Dealer complied with a TSB and returned the vehicle. 
Mar 2013 12000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2012 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

360-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2012 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 1000 0 Sync system "disappeared". No voice control or USB/Aux in. Repaired by removing synch fuse for 3 min and reinstalling. Works fine now. 
Mar 2013 6000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2012 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in Alabama, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2012 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 0 Small rattle in front passenger door panel. Shop fixed issue in 5 minutes. Water leaking into exterior bed light lens. 
Mar 2013 13000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2012 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2012 0   First odometer entry
May 2012 0 The rear of the transmission oil pan was leaking. Dealer found a faulty gasket which was replaced. 
Dec 2012 13000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2012 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

360-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 4000 0 Parking brake release broke a spring so truck electronics was not sure parking brake was released.  Electric socket in rear passenger compartment broke off. 
Sep 2012 9000 0 Squeak coming from Dashboard panel below gauge cluster. Unable to replicate noise, but had it for several hours. When I went to pick up the truck I was able to replicate the noise in 2 minutes. Have to return it again to be fixed. 
Dec 2012 12000 0 Needed Oil Change and to repair unsuccessful repair to squeak in Dashboard. Repair took almost a day, Dealership provided rental car (paid for $30 of the $46 cost). Repair was successful for approximately 2 weeks. 
Mar 2013 15000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Delaware, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 1000   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 2000 0 Replaced driver-side rear shock because it was leaking fluid. 
Jan 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 6.5ft bed

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 0   First odometer entry
May 2011 1000 0 Dealer replace a defective windshield wiper relay. Factory defect. 
Jan 2012 11000 0 Vehicle was bucking severely upon hard acceleration while entering freeway and CEL was flashing. The next day CEL was on steady. Error code was "catalyst efficiency below threshold bank 2". Dealer replaced the catalytic converter. 
Feb 2012 13000 0 Vehicle would buck when climbing a moderate grade at 45mph. You could hear the turbo's wastegate opening and closing rapidly and feel the truck surge. Dealer re-flashed the PCM with a new firmware version. 
Nov 2012 23000 0 Oil leak @ bell housing. Dealer investigated and found a TSB for the front pump on the tranny. Bad batch of pumps around the time my truck was built. Dealer replaced pump and tranny pan gasket. 
Mar 2013 27000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 1000   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 1000 0 Sync system malfunctions: 1 would not download phone address book although the phone is listed as compatible. Sync locking up/not responding. 
Jun 2011 2000 0 AdvanceTrac was failing while pulling trailer. Replaced computer and checked all connections and sensors 
Mar 2013 22000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2011 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 2000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 2000 0 Vibration at any speed 

 

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2011 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

360-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 2000   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 10000 0 Transmission leak and shuttering while driving. Dealer replaced pump and seal as per TSB 11-8-4. 
Nov 2011 13000 0 Hard shifting and shuddering. 4 tranny solenoids need to be replaced per TSB 11-11-11, parts on national back order. Truck still at dealer going on 3 weeks. 

 

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2010 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 3100   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 7440 0 squeal when rolling window down. window channels lubed 
Oct 2010 7440 0 Squeaking Passenger Side Window again after about a week-and-a-half. Fixed with lube. 
Sep 2011 21080 0 foam lining where glass meets dash popped out, parts ordered 
Apr 2013 35960 0 Water leak found from exterior brake/reverse light as well as satellite antenna -> Fixed under warranty 

 

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2010 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 6.5ft bed

310-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 3000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 4000 0 Thin paint on left side. Both doors and bed repainted on drivers side 
Apr 2012 44000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2010 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

310-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 9300 0 Transmission 1-2 upshift harshness fixed with reflash.  Sync reflashed.  Latch on center console replaced as it would not latch. 
Nov 2010 14000 0 A/C not working well. By comparing high pressure readings against a new vehicle on the lot it was determined that a reflash of the PCM would remedy the situation. According to dealership, A/C pressures were the same following the reflash. It was determined that a front strut was leaking and not assembled correctly at the factory. A new strut and related hardware were ordered. Parts arrived (after dealer verified owner's observation of a leaking and misassembled front strut assembly on previous visit) and were installed at this time. 
Jun 2012 35000 0 Despite a PCM reflash in 2010, the AC still was "underperforming" when temps exceeded 95 degrees. Tech found a later reflash which improved AC function to be more in line with what it should have been (41 degree discharge air/105 ambient). 
Jan 2013 43300 90 Took in for wheel alignment prior to installing new tires. Mechanic noticed battery was cranking slowly, suggested replacing soon. Battery replaced by owner with Interstate battery from Costco. 
Mar 2013 46000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 1240   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 1240 0 Split in seam of leather upholstery Split in seam of leather upholstery - incorrect part ordered 
May 2010 1240 0 Split in seam of leather upholstery, part replaced 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 1000 0 doors kept locking and unlocking - loose connection between door and cab. Connection had not seated properly. 
Jan 2010 1300 0 Keyless entry key pad had a stuck button and the unit shorted out. Truck acted like it had a mind of its own locking and unlocking the doors. 
Mar 2013 59000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Ford F-150

Engine not specified

Ford F-150 in Saskatchewan, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 1240   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 6200 0 I started complaining about the way the truck shifted after the first week. The truck was repaired finally in October at my 10,000km maintenance and is fine now. I also had the Bluetooth speaker replaced, for the phone. Callers couldn't hear me when I was using the phone.  
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

310-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 10000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 11000 0 hard shift from 1st gear to 2nd gear 
Jul 2010 25300 0 Battery loses charge after 3 days of no driving. They replaced the battery and it has not fixed the problem. Had to go back 5 days later for them to install the new radio and battery. 
Apr 2011 33000 0 Battery goes dead after 3 days of no use. I don't know what they did. They said it was fixed and to date it is still having the problem. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

310-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 0 Paint problem, two different colors on the front and rear halves of the vehicle. Repainted vehicle 
Jul 2009 0 Fabric failure on passenger headrest, both front seat covers detached from seat frame. 
Sep 2009 11000 0 Since new, front seat covers would detach from seat frame. Been in 3 times. Covers replaced this trip 
Oct 2009 13700 0 Headrest fabric failure. Front seat covers detached from frame. Covers replaced this visit. 
Feb 2010 22000 0 Tail light bulb replaced 
Mar 2011 45000 54 Annoying harmonic sound caused by worn/defective exhaust pipe hanger. Hanger replaced 
Oct 2012 84000 340 Tailgate torsion bar and bushings wore out. 
Mar 2013 92000 50 Vehicle lost significant amount of ATF. Unable to find leak 
Apr 2013 93000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 3000   First odometer entry
Aug 2009 6000 0 Hard upshifting Transmission gears 1-2 and downshifting 2-1 
Mar 2013 28000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Ford F-150

Engine not specified

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 42000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 44000 0 Throttle Body and Fuel Rails Cracked and with defective seals, likely exacerbated by ice. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Montana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 18000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 20000 47 Check engine light & ABS light. Check Gas cap light. Part was ordered,"Rear wheel speed sensor"? 
Jan 2011 21000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 6.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 24000   First odometer entry
May 2011 25000 0 Dealer replaced blend valve. This part allowed AC and or Heat to be adjusted in small amounts. Before repair either to hot or to cold. 
Sep 2011 28000 0 Transmission appeared to slip during downshift in slow speed. Had called this in after initial 36 month warrantee expired. Dealer said computer may need new program from ford. I indicated should be under warrantee. They fixed. No charge. 
Mar 2013 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 37000   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 38000 194 TPMS fault and lite. Truck w/22" wheels, dlr replaced w/2010-17" wheels. No joy. Owner replaced tires, stem sensors in place, but unable to correct problem. 2008 model requires band sensors. Repair cost too much for the inconvenience now. RH mirror defroster inop. Replaced mirror glass. LH W/S cowling popped loose. Due to cold weather,and possibility of breaking the cowling, a temporary fix of drilling a hole and inserting a screw to attach to RH cowling was done. Will complete repair after spring gets here. 
Aug 2012 52500 1200 Replaced Rotors & pads front and rear. rotors were worn and starting to cause vibration when braking. replaced front and rear shocks. Ride starting to get a little harsh. Decided to replace while brakes were being done at the same time. 
Mar 2013 54000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

Ford F-150 in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 21000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 21000 0 heat/AC control unit malfunctioned 

 

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2007 Ford F-150

Engine not specified

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 15000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 17000 0 Rough engine idle and low AC output. Both were addressed with TSB's and were resolved by dealer. 
Mar 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Ford F-150 4dr Regular Cab 8ft bed

202-horsepower 4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in North Dakota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 15000   First odometer entry
May 2010 25000 0 replaced power steering pump 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 48000   First odometer entry
May 2010 77000 895 Replaced brake rotors and pads. Still have problem with ABS light  
Sep 2010 87000 900 Brakes and rotors replaced at about 86000 miles 
Aug 2011 99000 987 Control head for odometer and computer failed. Replaced unit and rechecked mileage to car computer 
Dec 2011 103000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Louisiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 22000   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 24000 0 Engine tick. 
Dec 2010 63000 350 FRONT ROTORS REPLACED 
Mar 2011 66000 35 REPLACED BLEND DOOR ACTUATOR 
Sep 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Ford F-150 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 14000   First odometer entry
Apr 2008 15000 0 The F150 XLT Triton Logos were losing paint and beginning to peel. Ford Dealer removed and replaced. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2006 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 21080   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 33480 0 Clutch plates worn on limited slip differential 
Apr 2010 44020 100 Rear leaf spring broke. 
May 2010 45220 90 Driver side window switch no longer responding. Replaced myself. 
Dec 2010 50220 113 Computer not acknowledging cruise when activated. Replaced computer. 
Feb 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2006 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Oregon, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 14000   First odometer entry
Feb 2009 39000 0 Third brake light it was leaking water into the back of the cab. 
Sep 2009 59000 0 Front wheel bearings started making noise. Replaced both sides 
Dec 2009 67000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 0   First odometer entry
May 2009 2000 0 Headliner falling down. Passenger seat trim coming off.  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2006 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 6.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 61000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 62000 105 Replaced actuator and removed loose foam pieces causing wear to A/C unit(s) - Ford CPO warranty covered 
Sep 2010 69000 110 Leaky seal in transmission replaced 
Oct 2010 70000 0 Had to replace torque converter 
Apr 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2006 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in New Mexico, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008   First odometer entry
Aug 2008 0 noise coming from blend door actuator. covered under warranty. Ford has issued a service bulletin on this. 
Aug 2009 52000 220 Mechanical portion of window regulator failure. Front left power window. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 35000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 39000 350 install new rear brakes installed new custom exhaut system 
Jul 2010 48000 200 needed 2 tie rod ends 
Dec 2010 55000 600 need all new rotors also changed psds 
Jun 2011 59000 200 front brakes worn grinding sound new pads installed 
Jan 2012 65000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2005 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 75000   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 77000 0 Noise in engine under low rpm and idle. high pitch "spooling" sound under load. Exhaust leak at manifold, Excessive vibration under load from 1000-2000 rpm. Dealer replaced cam phaser and told me the rest was normal. Sound was still-did not fix After complaining they finally found the exhaust manifolds cracked and ordered parts Resistor replaced on heater control because #3 fan switch inop 
Dec 2009 78000 100 Cyl 8 misfire. Mysteriously since I lost a cylinder the "spooling" noise that they said was normal is gone. going to replace coil with manifolds. Cyl 8 had 0lbs of comp. due to valves not seating. Dealer replaced complete engine Truck would not move in any forward gear only reverse. Dealer replaced transmission. 
Jul 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2005 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 5.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in Arkansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 74000   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 74000 400 Window cable snapped - window fell down in track 
Mar 2013 93000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2005 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 103000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 104000 125 8 ignition coils replaced 
Aug 2009 105000 0 Catalytic Converters Replaced under warranty from a recalled faulty fuel injector 
Nov 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 143000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 143000 100 AC compressor died 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 113000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 216000 300 Alternator went bad. Truck was stopped, new battery placed in truck, this managed to get us home as we were only 19 miles from our house. 
Aug 2009 226000 306 too much fuel was getting in to the engine and causing it to smoke through the exhaust. So, when this happens, it is likely that the extra gas gets into the oil and that had to be changed. We did not have to replace the catalitic converter. Runs Great! 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 46000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 47000 50 release valve on right rear brake was clogged. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 50000   First odometer entry
Feb 2008 65000 366 One of the engine's eight ignition coils had an intermittent short causing a misfire at times CEL came on. Faulty ignition coil (number eight cylinder) and spark plug were replced by dealer. I paid for repair in whole as the truck is out of warranty. 
Sep 2008 82000 250 Coil replaced on cylinder 1 to fix miss and check engine light. Coil replaced, problem persists, will be replacing fuel injector soon myself in attempt to repair. 
Apr 2009 100000 400 Replaced stock brake rotors because of warping. Probably due to 100,000 miles more than anything. Consider this normal and routine with this kind of part life. 
Dec 2010 140000 400 Brake lights and cruise control stopped working. Dealer parts man printed diagram and suggested switch behind brake pedal faulty. Purchased part, replaced myself, problem solved. Lower ball joints worn (originals from factory). Replaced by local tire store. Work completed in 2 hours. 
Aug 2011 154000 990 A/C compressor making fast ticking noise beginning in May/June, got louder as our Texas summer progressed. By end of August, local mechanic decided A/C compressor failing. Performance within spec, replaced compressor, dryer anyway. 
Dec 2011 163000 315 Alternator began failing on way home from hunting trip. Battery light illuminated occasionally. Made it home, checked alternator output, not within specs-voltage regulator bad. Replaced alternator with Motorcraft Part-all OK now. 
Mar 2013 187000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2004 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 20000   First odometer entry
Sep 2007 21000 0 Rear end would shudder when turning. 
Nov 2007 23000 0 Virbration when braking at freeway speeds. Compressor seal failure in AC system. 
Dec 2008 28000 200 Power window regulator failed on driver's side front door. Plastic guide broke apart causing the window to fall into the door cavity. Whole window regulator had to be replaced. 
Oct 2011 44000 340 Rear passenger door power window regulator and rear sliding power window regulator both failed completely and needed replacement. 
Jul 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2004 Ford F-150 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

Ford F-150 in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 26000   First odometer entry
Dec 2007 29000 1200 Trans Fault warning came on and trans starting acting funny. Had metal shavings in the pan and a new reman trans is being installed. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2004 Ford F-150 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

Ford F-150 in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 120000   First odometer entry
Jul 2008 125000 35 Replaced 8 spark plugs. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 31000   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 35000 940 Clutches in rear end causing shudder when turning. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 46000   First odometer entry
Apr 2008 47000 100 Thermostat not opening properly. 
May 2008   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2004 Ford F-150 2-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

Ford F-150 in West Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 62000   First odometer entry
Feb 2008 66000 637 Ball joint repair. 
Apr 2008   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2003 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Maine, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 92000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 93000 800 hard brake line needed replacement due to rust 
Jan 2011 105000 650 front driver hub/bearing unit replaced 
Jun 2011 106000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2003 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 2800 Brake rotors turned, water pump replaced, transmission replaced. 
Mar 2009 61000 50 Electronic heating control panel failed. NO heat to the floor and temperature regulation was faulty. Replaced 2 ball joints and 1 idler arm. Transmission seal replaced. 
Nov 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 85000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 86000 8 Vacuum Actuator for floor mode door in climate control failed. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2003 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

231-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in South Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 81000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 82000 250 Ball joints worn and caused excessive wear on brake rotors. Ball joints replaced and new rotors installed. 
Jul 2012 142000 500 Ball joints on both upper and lower on left and right.  Wheel bearings on both sides. 
Mar 2013 151000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2002 Ford F-150

Engine not specified

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 58000   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 58000 175 Mass air flow sensor and egr valve.  
May 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 68000   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 68000 430 Rear end pinion seal leak. 
Apr 2009 69000 100 in dash cup holder broke. 
Sep 2010 71000 275 New shocks. Also bled the brakes. 
Sep 2012 79000 40 radiator was overheating so I replaced thermostat and coolant. 
Mar 2013 80000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

202-horsepower 4.2L V6 5-speed manual RWD

Ford F-150 in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 72000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 80000 700 Clutch slave cylinder failed. 
Jan 2009 82000 300 Replaced slave cylinder and clutch assembly. 
May 2009 85000 110 Replaced Alternator 
Oct 2012 128000 100 Rough running engine. Replaced ignition coil pack. 
Jan 2013 128300 75 Check engine light with code PO171 and PO174. Lean burn both banks. Replaced isolator bolts and intake gaskets. 
Mar 2013 129000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

202-horsepower 4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 122000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 123000 884 fuel pump replaced 
Jun 2011 135000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2002 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 113000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 131000 420 replace alternator and battery 
Apr 2011 156000 750 I had a blown out spark plug in cylinder #7. Shop installed an insert and all new plugs. 
May 2011 156000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2001 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 130000   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 140000 225 Throttle body and fuel injector clogged, cleaned out and replaced idle air control valve. 
Mar 2010 175000 1500 Alternator failed. Alternator, battery and belt had to be eplaced. Sensor in the emissions system failed and had to be replaced at a cost of $350. Brake pads were also replaced. Replaced lower ball joints, which were in really bad shape. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2001 Ford F-150 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

220-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Hawaii, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 69000   First odometer entry
Jul 2008 70000 0 Brake light switch failure Power mirrors inoperative 
Sep 2008 72000 0 Ordered part replaced.  
Mar 2012 79000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2001 Ford F-150 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

Ford F-150 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 102000   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 109000 475 Replaced all 4 ball joints due to one lower ball joint wearing out. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2001 Ford F-150 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

Ford F-150 in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 115000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 130000 500 Upper ball joints worn and replaced. Camber/Caster kit added to adjust alignment. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2000 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed

205-horsepower 4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 112000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 113000 2500 The transmission would not go into reverse, kept falling out of gear. Finally died, towed to AAMCO, and repaired. 
Jul 2011 118000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2000 Ford F-150 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 129000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 130000 250 Replaced cat back exhaust 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 100000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 113000 100 Rough idle and loss of power. Sounded like it was missing. Car shook especially on acceleration. OBD reported #4 cylinder misfire. Replaced #4 coil assembly on spark plug to resolve. 
Mar 2013 156000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2000 Ford F-150 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Ford F-150 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 164920   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 166160 500 Needed a new ignition coil x3 
Feb 2011 174840 500 Needed new ignition coils again, x3 
May 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2000 Ford F-150 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed

220-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford F-150 in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 64000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 66000 0 seat belt light flashes code 27. this means the air bag has been disabled. i have chosen not to worry about it. 
Oct 2010 67000 0 seatbelt air bag light was flashing. told air bags would not deploy if in accident. have not had repair done. 
Oct 2011 71000 233 air bag on/off switch light did not work. air bags were disabled. replaced switch. also replaced fuel filter. 
Nov 2012 79700 390 replaced rear pads and replaced rear rotors 
Dec 2012 80000 282 check engine light came on. code said to replace egr valve position sensor. on the way home from replacing the egr valve pos. sensor, the warning light came on again. i took the truck back to the same repair shop thinking it was a faulty part. this time it was one of the o2 sensors. did not repair. light is off now 
Mar 2013 83000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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1999 Ford F-150 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

Ford F-150 in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 200000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 201000 75 Rotors had warped so much it rubbed against the brakes as the truck was driven. It ruined the caliper and that also needed to be replaced  
Jan 2012 204000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 245000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 268300 450 replaced worn water pump. 
Apr 2012 275000 450 Front RT Wheel Bearing. Needed to be replaced, but still noise present 
Jun 2012 278000 300 RT Front Brake line separated causing catastrophic failure of brakes. Replaced hoses, warped rotors, calipers and brake pads. Should have been notified by Ford dealer when they worked on this wheel this month. 
Oct 2012 284300 2000 replace transmission 
Nov 2012 285700 0 flush heater core 
Dec 2012 287000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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1999 Ford F-150 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

Ford F-150 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 158100   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 159340 282 Drivers side outer sway bar link broke - replaced both sides. 4 tire balance. 
Jun 2011 159340   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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1999 Ford F-150 2-door

8-cylinder manual 2WD

Ford F-150 in Iowa, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 39000   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 43000 550 Driver's window would not open. Replaced worn out motor. 
Mar 2013 45000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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1999 Ford F-150

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Ford F-150 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 68000   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 71000 100 temp sensing sender replaced Brake pads and rotors 
Mar 2011 74000 100 electronic emission component causing fault code. 
Oct 2011 78000 0 Bad caliper replaced, caliper manufacturer waranteed 
Mar 2013 82000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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1998 Ford F-150

Engine not specified

Ford F-150 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 1240 1000 front wheel hubs abs modulator replaced master brake cylinder front and rear brakes-complete, all brand new brake lines  
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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1998 Ford F-150 2-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

Ford F-150 in South Dakota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 86000   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 87000 750 Transmission solenoid for shifting. 
Jul 2011 104000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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1998 Ford F-150

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

Ford F-150 in Manitoba, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 118420   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 122760 250 Power steering pressure hose replaced 
Aug 2010 126480 40 Rear driveshaft u-joints replaced 
Apr 2013 140740   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Oregon, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 145000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 150000 0 Blew passenger-side head gasket. Quoted $2,600 for dealership repair ($400 parts, $2,200 labor), recommended engine swap ($4,800). Going to fix it myself. 

 

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1997 Ford F-150

Engine not specified

Ford F-150 in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 118000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 119000 438 Oil lines to remote oil filter mount leaking at point rubber line is crimped into aluminum line fittings. Replaced line set. 
Mar 2011 124000 720 Worn right side upper and lower ball joints discovered during state required yearly safety and emissions inspection.  
May 2011 128700 350 Broken exhaust mainfold stud. Replaced left side manifold studs securing exhaust pipe to manifold. 
Jan 2012 140700 15 left headlight out 
Aug 2012 148000 337 Rusted brake line in the area of the fuel tank ruptured. 

 

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1997 Ford F-150 2-door

6-cylinder automatic 4WD

Ford F-150 in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 188000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 190000 50 Check engine light on. Fault code was the Cam Shaft Sensor. Replaced sensor and the light is still on. Additional trouble shooting found no elect power going to the sensor. Engine runs but not perfect. Truck is old and not worth much. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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1997 Ford F-150

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

Ford F-150 in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 151000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 152000 100 Replaced busted/leaking brake line from master cylinder to ABS box. While I was at it, I replaced both of the lines that feed the front brakes as well. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 143000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 144000 500 Alternator replaced 
Apr 2011 146000 50 Ignition coil broken, the spark plug unscrewed from the socket. 
Jan 2012 147000 600 Starter burned out. 
Jun 2012 148000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Ford F-150 in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 112000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 112000 110 Serpentine belt (RPM Related) noise. Replaced Water Pump and Idler Pulleys. 
Feb 2012 145000 230 Replaced Radiator 
Jun 2012 147000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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