2020 Ford F-150 engine problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 25, 2026CTEngine

   Brought my 2020 Ford F150 2.7L EcoBoost in for mandatory emissions recall 24E12. Vehicle had zero dashboard lights or performance issues prior. Immediately upon completion of the PCM flash, the check engine light activated. When the truck was scanned I am now receiving a P0420 and P0430 catalytic converter efficiency codes. The dealership is now requiring $6000 for replacement of qty 2 catalytic converters caused by the recall parameters. This is a predatory compliance…

   NHTSA complaint #11766891 · source
2. Filed Sep 17, 20269,000 miCAFire1 injuredTowedEngine

   The contact owned a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked with the engine running, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact's spouse, who was seated in the front passenger seat, saw smoke coming from under the dashboard. The contact's spouse exited the vehicle. The contact stated that while attempting to open the front driver's door, the front passenger's side of the dashboard and the windshield caught on fire.…

   NHTSA complaint #11765056 · source
3. Filed Sep 8, 2026PAEngine

   My 2020 Ford F-150 (5.0L V8) experienced a sudden loss of engine power and stalled completely while I was driving. In the days leading up to this, the check engine light had illuminated, and I later discovered the vehicle had consumed a severe amount of engine oil — the dipstick read below the "add" line. Critically, no low oil pressure warning light or audible chime alerted me to the oil loss before the stall occurred. After the initial stall, the engine continued to…

   NHTSA complaint #11762811 · source
4. Filed Sep 3, 2026MAEngine

   We purchased a used 2020 F­150 in late summer 2024. We brought it in for issues in November 2024, but the Ford dealership found no repairs were needed. We returned in March 2025 when the CDF drum failed requiring a transmission rebuild, a known issue with Technical Service Bulletin but not a recall. The engine continued consuming oil after this despite Ford completing all applicable service bulletins and advising there was nothing further to do. We took the vehicle in for…

   NHTSA complaint #11761799 · source
5. Filed Aug 7, 2026FLElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Camshaft had to be replaced a couple years ago, followed by cam shaft sensor. Then another $6,300 of "critical" issu3s to be fixed. The vehicle is 5 1/2 y/o. Absolutely ridiculous that this amount of money is required for such a young vehicle.

   NHTSA complaint #11755560 · source
6. Filed Jul 27, 2026ALEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   I. Vehicle Purchase and Maintenance History In September 2020, I purchased this 2020 Ford F-150 new. II. Chronology of Defect and Repair Attempts Around 33,000 miles, the vehicle began exhibiting severe excessive oil consumption, an audible engine noise, and visible blue/gray smoke puffs emitting from the exhaust system. The following timeline outlines my exhaustive efforts to have Ford remedy this under warranty: • March 14, 2025 (36,370 miles): First formally reported the…

   NHTSA complaint #11753035 · source
7. Filed Jul 17, 202628,000 miMOEngine

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was idling abnormally rough. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, however the failure was not duplicated. The contact stated that the failure was a known failure with the vehicle. The manufacturer was made…

   NHTSA complaint #11751181 · source
8. Filed Jul 1, 2026ALEngine

   Back in Jan 2025 I noticed oil consumption from 2020 F150 with the 5.0 engine. There is class action lawsuit against Ford currently for this problem they know they have. I informed my local dealer, that has always serviced my tuck on time over the years, that it was smoking. I have owned this truck since new in Sep 2020. It had roughly 33K miles on it when I first noticed it. The dealership started running consumption test on it under warranty at 36,370 miles. They changed…

   NHTSA complaint #11747631 · source
9. Filed Jun 30, 2026AZEngine

   Engine shut off at 60mph on mountain road. No warning, noise or other indications. Warning appeared once engine shut down; instructed to stop and restart vehicle. All temps and pressures were in normal operating range at time of shut down. wrestled vehicle to a stop, towed home (midnight) and then towed to dealership next morning. Safety at risk with vehicle shutdown at 60mph, fortunately no traffic and shoulder was available. Motor is available at the dealership, has been…

   NHTSA complaint #11747418 · source
10. Filed Jun 26, 2026CAEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    Driving on freeway 10 speed transmission failed - hard knock and jerk, almost got in an accident. Gears 6-9 dead. Apparently this 10-speed transmission is a known issue, with many technical service bulletins issued, class action lawsuits, and angry customers. Ford refuses to issue a recall and the NHTSA refused to hold them to account. Something is broken - how can Ford make such a known, terrible important component to a vehicle that fails regularly - yet get away with it?…

    NHTSA complaint #11746614 · source
11. Filed Jun 10, 2026NJEngine

    I own a 2020 Ford F-150 with the 5.0L V8 engine and have under 60,000 miles on the vehicle. The engine is consuming excessive amounts of oil — approximately 3 to 4 quarts every 5,000 to 6,000 miles under normal driving conditions with no visible leaks or blue smoke. I brought the vehicle to a Ford dealership and opened a formal case with Ford Motor Company. Ford performed an oil consumption test and stated the consumption was within acceptable limits. I do not find this…

    NHTSA complaint #11743131 · source
12. Filed May 15, 2026MIElectrical SystemEngineOther / Unknown

    I was driving and slowing down for a stop sign and the engine shut off by itself while still moving at appx 10-15mph. The display had several warning lights appear, and the message "Auto Start Stop, Shift to P, Then Restart Engine". I have the Auto Start Stop disabled on my vehicle, so there was no reason for my engine to shut off while decelerating. I searched online for potential causes and discovered that there are numerous incidents of this happening (engine shutting off…

    NHTSA complaint #11738077 · 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