What 953 owners told NHTSA about the 2019 Ford F-150 Super Cab Diesel

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 80 MPH with the cruise control activated, the transmission downshifted to 4th gear, and there was smoke coming from the front end of the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and became aware that transmission fluid was leaking on the road. The contact waited before continuing to drive to the residence. After approximately one hour, the contact restarted the vehicle and there was no more transmission fluid leaking. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that there was no recall on the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.

NHTSA ODI 11660314

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle vibrated abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the tires were rotated. The contact took the vehicle back to the residence; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure became a recurring failure, and the contact parked the vehicle at the residence. The contact stated that the vehicle was no longer driven due to the safety concerns. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

NHTSA ODI 11660424

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, with the RPM at 4,000. In addition, the transmission was only able to shift into neutral. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000.

NHTSA ODI 11659969

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH from a stop sign, the vehicle failed to shift out of third gear. The contact stated that the transmission was shifting hard. The WRENCH symbol was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a transmission center and diagnosed with internal friction element failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be rebuilt. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called the local dealer and was referred to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000.

NHTSA ODI 11660008

Transmission with no prior issues started to delay shift and have a hard time shifting through gears then would skip gears and get stuck in gears cause the truck to harshly stall and jerk, front collision warning randomly coming on just going down the road

NHTSA ODI 11659416

Automatic Transmission does not shift properly. It seems like it goes into neutral in between gears. It did this while I was turning and I was almost struck in the side because truck would not go. It shifts really hard and seems like it’s being put into park. I’ve had software update and truck continues to do same thing.

NHTSA ODI 11659458

Driveability Issue - Ford 10R80 10 speed transmission. Turning into traffic (45MPH speed limit) from parking lot, in Drive gear, transmission disengaged, cause motor to rev. Released accelerator pedal, and had to wait for transmission to reengage drive gear. Transmission provides hard upshifts/downshifts. Local dealer technician test drove the vehicle and confirmed complaint. Technician inspected the issue, found no codes indicating an issue, but found that there is a hydraulic circuit leakage and the test of this circuit failed . Vehicle has approximately 57,000 miles on it. Dealers recommended fix is to purchase a new transmission. This issue came close to causing vehicle to be involved in a rear end collision. This should be a manufacturers recall.

NHTSA ODI 11659497

Several times the automatic transmission has shifted from tenth gear to first gear while going 65mph plus. On numerous occasions the transmission seems to slip out of gear while driving and has done so while in intersections and while merging into traffic. Both of these issues have happened on multiple occasions.

NHTSA ODI 11659515

Engine Consumes approximately 4qts of oil every 5000 miles. Rachet sound from engine when let off the gas. Popping/Cracking/Rattling sound coming from behind firewall when accelerating at low RPM's (1500-2000).

NHTSA ODI 11659564

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing unexpected transmission downshifts while driving. The contact stated that while driving 40-45 MPH in Sport mode with AWD Mode engaged, the vehicle experienced a sudden transmission downshift to 2nd gear, causing the rear wheels to lock up temporarily. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 65 MPH and decelerating to 60 MPH during rainfall, the vehicle experienced a sudden transmission downshift from 10th gear to 3rd gear, causing the rear wheels to lock. The contact stated that the vehicle nearly spun around. The contact shifted to neutral(N) and depressed the brake pedal to remain in control of the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.

NHTSA ODI 11659577

10 speed Transmission began erratically shifting not sure the cause but the vehicle went from 10th-1st- 10th losing speed and also shaking the whole truck. This happened multiple times and I am told is a common problem specifically with the 10 speed transmission. This was incredibly unsafe on a highway

NHTSA ODI 11659104

My 2019 F150 has transmission issues that concern me about the safe operation of my vehicle. The transmission it was built with is a 10R80. Transmission frequently slips and clunks into gear. The main areas of concern are 2-3 clunk 3-4 slip and 6-7 slip. The CDF drum has had NUMEROUS issues on MANY vehicles that have the 10R80 transmission. This has been a very common issue with the 10R80. When is the NHTSA going to force Ford to issue a recall ???? This has happened with too many vehicles with a 10r80 transmission to not warrant a recall. I entered 3/04/25 as a date this occurred but it is still ongoing.

NHTSA ODI 11658618

Driving highway speed (70mph) and vehicle suddenly drops speed to (25mph) and running at 5000rpm and loses all forward drive speed while pressing on the gas pedal. Pulled over and turned off truck and tried to restart it and it took over 15 seconds for the power start to start the engine after pushing the start button, still had no power to accelerate after placing it in drive. My Ford App sends an alert code reading Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power. Towed to dealership to get looked at under purchase warranty agreement. This could have caused a major accident if there would have been more traffic on the highway at the time causing major injuries and/or death, this needs to be investigated what is causing this issue. There are a lot of forums on the internet for 2019-2023 F150 having this same issue reporting/regarding “Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power”, don’t know if anyone else has had it happen while driving at highway speeds or not though haven’t looked through everyone of them.

NHTSA ODI 11658339

The rearview camera intermittently goes blank or displays an image that is distorted. When this occurs the camera does not display an image that allows me to see behind the vehicle. This is a reoccurring problem.

NHTSA ODI 11658352

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from underneath the hood. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at various speed, the failure recurred. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to an unknown NHTSA Campaign; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.

NHTSA ODI 11658528

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal amount of white smoke coming from the exhaust, and the radiator fan had become excessively loud. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine had experienced coolant intrusion and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

NHTSA ODI 11658563

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted to 1st gear, prompting the contact to discontinue driving the vehicle. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the adaptive drive system, resulting in damage to the transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train); but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 90,000.

NHTSA ODI 11658564

When I go to accelerate fast the check engine light comes on and the car shakes a little and won’t accelerate at all. This is a saftey issue because I almost caused an accident several times. And this is the second F150 eco boost I have had in a year with the exact same problem

NHTSA ODI 11658161

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH and attempting to complete a turn, the vehicle briefly lost motive power but continued running. The contact stated that shortly afterwards, the vehicle returned to normal functionality. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission. The contact was informed that a software update was required. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who again diagnosed a failure with the transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer also diagnosed a failure with the cam phasers. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 35,000.

NHTSA ODI 11658271

Transmission has been rebuilt twice since Dec 2024. Received truck back from dealer in recent rebuild and transmission still having issues where rpm’s accelerate but transmission not catching. Need to bring back to dealer for third rebuild. What gives?

NHTSA ODI 11658059

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted with the transmission warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 148,000.

NHTSA ODI 11657454

Vehicle fails to accelerate and change gears (1-3); and vehicle fails to accelerate. While driving at a cruising speed and trying to pass vehicle will not change gears (8-10). Jerks and shutters while trying to accelerate. Was told that the transmission is bad and would cost $8,000 minimum to repair.

NHTSA ODI 11657531

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while turning left at slow speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from the driver’s side of the vehicle before the vehicle stalled. An unknown message was displayed. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The failure had gotten progressively worse. The contact stated that on a separate occasion while driving in stop and go traffic, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam phasers had failed. The contact had the spark plugs and alternator replaced. No other repairs were performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000.

NHTSA ODI 11657567

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on several occasions while starting the vehicle, there was a loud rattling sound coming from the vehicle with the check engine warning light intermittently illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure returned 25 months later. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

NHTSA ODI 11657345

Ford issued a TSB 22-2428, May 26, 2023 and not a recall for defective transmission. I own a 2019 F150 that with the 10 speed transmission. Over my warranted period the truck was taken to the dealership over 21 times regarding shifting problem. Ford said there is nothing wrong with the transmission that is just how they shift. Now 2025 I told the truck back to dealership with this TSB paper. The tech said yes, this whole transmission needs replaced so they contacted Ford and so did I. Ford told me the truck is out of warranty and I would have to replace the transmission at my expense. After explaining to Ford this truck was taken in under warranty and they failed to address the transmission and told me it was find to come and find out I was lied to like many other that there was a defects in these transmissions. Ford told me, were sorry but we wont pay for the transmission to be replaced even though they put defective 10 speed transmissions in my truck and failed to address it over the 21 time I took it to the dealership under warranty. Ford has lie about this 10 speed transmission over and over to all its customer, and issued a TSB instead of a recall so now they can make the customer pay again to have a defected transmission that shouldn't have been defective from the beginning. Make Ford issues a recall on this matter and stop letting them get away with a simple TSB since Ford knows the owner are out of warranty.

NHTSA ODI 11656539