2020 Ford F-150 brakes problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Jun 22, 2026COBrakes

   The brake line on the front passenger side was rubbing and failed. We were put at risk because the brakes lost fluid. We have had 4 identical vehicles with the same issue, 3 failed and 1 was replaced before failure. Not to my knowledge has it been inspected other than a dealership and tech. There were no warning lights.

   NHTSA complaint #11745581 · source
2. Filed Mar 9, 2026CABrakes

   On March 3, 2026, I went in for two oil leaks. I received a call saying my truck was ready. I went to pick up my, drove off into the freeway. Everything was running smoothly until the anti-braking system turned on, cutting off power to my brakes. I was in the second to the last lane, luckily I was able to get to the last lane. I was almost hit and almost caused a huge accident. The dealership has offered to review the truck again. I paid close to six thousand dollars and it…

   NHTSA complaint #11723064 · source
3. Filed Jul 30, 2025TXBrakesElectrical System

   I am receiving alerts on my ford app stating that it is a parking aid alert because of electrical isse within the vehicle. Also states to service engine soon alert because of electrical issue has been detected with your vehicle. This may cause the engine start/stop feature (if equipped) to not work. Checking on this i found 0 on the nhtsa website for recalls. With further checking i was informed that this should be a recall to be done. Please let me know if i can get this…

   NHTSA complaint #11677302 · source
4. Filed Jun 11, 2025INBrakes

   The passenger side front brake overheated while driving at highway speed. We stopped the truck after smelling the burning odor. The rotor was blue and radiating heat. The driver's side appears normal. Inspection revealed the lower caliper piston was stuck. The piston boot was removed and significant corrosion was found. Truck has 60,000 miles. We are the original owners.

   NHTSA complaint #11666409 · source
5. Filed Jun 6, 202576,620 miMOTowedBody & StructureBrakes

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message "Parking Brake On" remained activated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the message that the rear driver’s side door was ajar was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the instrument cluster, but the failure persisted. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11665349 · source
6. Filed Sep 16, 2024SDCrashTowedBrakesElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Cruise control was set at approx. 62 mph driving on the Interstate. An exit was taken and coming down the off ramp the truck would not slow down. It seems the brakes did not disconnect the cruise control. Brakes were both pumped and firmly depressed. No response when the gear shift was placed in a lower gear. The electronic system did not shut off after the ignition was placed in the off position. An inspection is warranted, expected and welcome. This was a Sudden…

   NHTSA complaint #11614893 · source
7. Filed Aug 17, 2024VACrashTowedBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechAcceleration & Cruise Control

   I was in an accident and the automatic braking sensor did not kick in even though there was a vehicle directly in front of me. As a result, my collision warning never sounded and the active braking feature of my vehicle never engaged.

   NHTSA complaint #11609114 · source
8. Filed Aug 16, 202460,000 miFLBrakes

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The check brake emergency warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake line needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11609017 · source
9. Filed Jul 29, 202459,000 miPABrakesTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the ABS and other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle started jerking. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated while driving 4 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle and the vehicle started shaking violently. Additionally, the vehicle was unable to shift into reverse(R). The manufacturer was notified of…

   NHTSA complaint #11605156 · source
10. Filed May 30, 202475,000 miIL1 injuredTowedBrakes

    The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and going uphill, the parking brake engaged inadvertently, causing the contact to sustain injuries to the chest, shoulder, and face. The contact stated that during the failure, the seat belt failed to function as designed and the contact struck the windshield. The contact received medical attention at the emergency room. A Police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed from…

    NHTSA complaint #11591640 · source
11. Filed May 29, 2024WIBrakesElectrical SystemSteering

    Not one check engine light has ever come on. Bought this truck new off the lot, now to almost 60,000 mi. Every single component on this truck, immediately failed. Bucking/ jerking/ chugging on acceleration and maintaining speed while inclining. Incorrect gear selection 90% of the time. Going 5 mph with no foot on the gas, it up shifts and takes off down my driveway. Sudden down shifts causing violent decreases in speed. When braking the truck may rail on the brakes and…

    NHTSA complaint #11591191 · source
12. Filed Feb 24, 2024TNBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

    1. The start/stop function will not restart at some long stop lights. I have to restart the vehicle. 2. The wiper will come on without being turned on. 3. The brake have started to grind like, the brake pads are bad. The brake will grind sometimes when coming to a stop. They have been checked and a recent service also. The brakes do this even during the day. The dealership found the brakes to be working in perfect order. 4. Transmission issues have been resolved to a point.…

    NHTSA complaint #11573807 · 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