TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD F-150. WHILE PULLING INTO A HANDICAPPED PARKING SPOT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE POLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED BACK AND LEG INJURIES. THE PASSENGER ALSO RECEIVED BACK INJURIES. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS NOT REQUIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME AND LATER TO THE BODY SHOP WHERE IT WAS D…
2015 Ford F-150 cruise control problems
severe 87 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600
Complaints
87
Recalls
0
Crashes
4
Avg fix
$600
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TRUCK FAULT CODE FLASHES AND TRUCK SHUTS DOWN INTO SAFE MODE. THREE TIMES IT OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT 70 MPH AND THE FOURTH TIME IT HAPPENED IN AN A SIDE ROAD DOING 35 MPH. EVERY TIME THE SAME THING HAPPENED, THE TRUCK SHUT DOWN IN SAFE MODE SHOWING FAULT CODES. I WOULD STOP, IT WOULD IDLE VERY ROUGH, I WAS NOT ABLE TO MOVE IT AS IT WOULD NOT REV OR LET ME INCREASE RPM. I WOULD HAVE TO…
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2015 Ford F-150?
It's a meaningful issue. 87 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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