2011 Ford F-150 engine problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Aug 10, 2026159,599 miOHEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. While driving 50 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into first gear and the rear wheels locked up. The contact stated that while in third gear, the vehicle shifted to fourth gear unexpectedly. The transmission failed to shift above fifth gear. The contact stated that the transmission failed to shift out of first gear. After turning off the vehicle, the vehicle resumed normal operation. The check engine warning light was…

   NHTSA complaint #11755860 · source
2. Filed May 11, 2026MOEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   I've sent earlier not sure if it went through transmission dropingvout of gear at any time putting my. Life in danger, and family, hope I don't end up needing a lawyer if a major fatality happens

   NHTSA complaint #11737185 · source
3. Filed Aug 29, 2025MAEngine

   The display will show a wrench icon and check engine light. The transmission will suddenly downshift and lose power. The RPMs will either rise or remain the same but unable to accelerate. The wheels will intermittently lock up. This occurs at high speeds on the highway and on back roads at slower speeds. Stopping the tuck, shutting it off and turning it back on will "reset" and it will run ok but the timing between incidents is intermittent. There is a recall for this issue…

   NHTSA complaint #11683953 · source
4. Filed Apr 1, 2025133,456 miGAEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unintendedly downshifted to first gear, causing the vehicle to lose motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart and reset. The contact stated that the failure had recurred several times while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with an output shaft speed sensor failure.…

   NHTSA complaint #11652148 · source
5. Filed Feb 18, 2025170,000 miTNCrash1 injuredTowedEngine

   The contact owned a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 15 MPH and making a left turn, in the middle of the turn, the instrument panel turned off, and the vehicle jerked forward before losing automotive power. The contact was not able to clear the intersection in time and the vehicle crashed into another vehicle on the passenger’s side. The contact stated that the vehicle rolled over onto the driver’s side. The contact was thrown halfway through the window…

   NHTSA complaint #11643389 · source
6. Filed Nov 24, 2024NECrashEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Transmission, shifted into 4th gear and would not shift out of 4th, Take the truck and inspect it if need be! Safety of my self and others as truck down shifted to 4th gear while driving speeds of 45mph, shot rpm’s over 6k. Problem has not been reproduced yet as of today 11/23/2024 Component wasn’t inspected by any option listed above but was mentioned in the NDOT accident report attached. No symptoms or warning likes before it appeared. Truck has NO warning lamps on…

   NHTSA complaint #11627058 · source
7. Filed Nov 6, 2024111,000 miCOTowedEngine

   The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to respond as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated, with an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact shifted to neutral to allow the vehicle to come to a stop on the side of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that…

   NHTSA complaint #11623877 · source
8. Filed Oct 21, 2024FLEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   Purchased TRUCK at Gus Machado of Kendal Mia Fl. Informed dealership of downshifting transmission issues, I was told "there's No recall on my vehicle ", its normal that new truck has as breaking in period. AT 10,000 miles- Drove to Gus dealership for TRANSMISSION ISSUES, NO RESOLVE -AT 70,679 miles - 01/11/17 Drove AGAIN to Gus dealership, for severe engine and transmission issues. Dealership noted severe engine problems. Insurance.& warranty rep. and Ford rep. arrived at…

   NHTSA complaint #11621127 · source
9. Filed Oct 1, 2024180,000 miINEngine

   The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated. In addition, the contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11617541 · source
10. Filed Aug 16, 2024250,000 miMIElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The check engine and another unknown warning light were illuminated. The tachometer and speedometer were inoperable. The contact pulled over, and the transmission remained stuck in first gear. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure persisted. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The contact stated that the dealer had…

    NHTSA complaint #11608976 · source
11. Filed Jul 17, 2024FLEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

    My truck start to accelerate by itself and the light indicator goes crazy from parking to gear 1 From there the truck it can be controlled

    NHTSA complaint #11602934 · source
12. Filed Jul 12, 2024UTElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    There is an active recall for my specific year/make/model - yet I'm being told it doesn't apply to my vehicle - but my vehicle is absolutely having the exact issue described in the recall. How do I get this resolved? The issue is that my vehicle will unexpectedly downshift, (I believe into first gear, based on the RPM's that I get stuck at) almost always while I am driving at freeway speeds. When this happens, an orange wrench appears in my dashboard warning indicator for a…

    NHTSA complaint #11601527 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology