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2020 · Ford
Ford F-150 problems
506 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. 4 active recall campaigns on file.
Reliability score
6.2 / 10
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Critical
4
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2020 F-150?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Electrical system: 55 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 3,000–40,000 mi
Reliability score 6.2/10 — around the segment average
4 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2020 F-150· powertrain
My sons 2020 Ford f150 felt like it was losing power. As I turned onto highway. The truck shifted from the first gear to second gear smoothly, asthe truck shifted from 2-3 , the truck reved and did not engage into 3rd gear. I let off the gas, thinking it will catch the next gear…
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate the vehicle briefly lost motive power before slamming into gear. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular…
When manually shifting between gears the shifting is a very sudden jolt which results in startling the driver as well as all passengers. This also happens during simple driving around town while doing no manual shifting. Often times there is a delay in acceleration. This is not…
1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Auto StartStop., Yes 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? My 2020 Ford F150 turned off while driving on freeway and 2nd occasion, I was on a major street…
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality
DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 trucks equipped with 17-inch spare tires
The damage can cause the tire to rapidly lose air pressure or detach from the wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S55.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles
Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S40.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 506 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2020 Ford F-150 has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2020 Ford F-150?
The 2020 Ford F-150 is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Electrical system: 55 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 3,000–40,000 mi; Reliability score 6.2/10 — around the segment average; 4 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2020 Ford F-150?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 199 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 62,122 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 62,122 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Ford F-150 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2020 Ford F-150?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 506 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2020/Ford/F-150.
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