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2020 Ford F 150 Supercab Diesel
Common Problems

Ranked from 181 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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High severity
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Medium
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Low

23 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Transmission Jerking and Shifting Issues

    52complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The transmission experiences jerking and shifting issues, causing unexpected downshifts and rough shifts.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  2. 2

    Engine Knocking and Sensor Failures

    33complaints
    High severityEngine

    Cam phasers and engine knock sensors fail, causing the engine to stall, accelerate poorly, and emit knocking sounds.

  3. 3

    Backup camera malfunction

    23complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The backup camera intermittently malfunctions or displays distorted images.

    $250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs labor
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  4. 4

    Transmission Hard Shifting

    22complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The transmission experiences hard and erratic shifts between gears, causing the vehicle to lurch and lose traction.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  5. 5

    Transmission Slipping and Power Loss

    21complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission slips and causes power loss, especially at higher speeds, resulting in jerking and unexpected shifts.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs labor
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  6. 6

    Transmission Random Acceleration and Jerking

    14complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission randomly accelerates and jerks during acceleration, causing the vehicle to lose control and potentially collide with other vehicles.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  7. 7

    Excessive oil consumption

    11complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    The engine consumes an excessive amount of oil without visible leaks.

    $400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs labor
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  8. 8

    Engine Stall During Stop-Start System Operation

    9complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    The engine stalls unexpectedly during stop-start system operation, requiring the driver to shift to Park and restart the engine.

    $150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs labor
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  9. 9

    Visibility and wiper system issues

    9complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The visibility system and wiper motors fail intermittently, reducing the driver's ability to see clearly and operate the vehicle safely.

  10. 10

    Transmission Malfunction Leading to Unintended Gear Shifts

    8complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The transmission malfunctions, causing the vehicle to shift into unintended gears, leading to potential loss of control.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  11. 11

    Transmission Issues with Rough Shifting and Delayed Acceleration

    4complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission experiences rough shifting and delayed acceleration, especially during low-speed driving and on highways.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  12. 12

    Electrical System Issues with Camera and Lane Departure Failure

    3complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The rear backup camera and lane departure detection systems fail to function properly, leading to potential safety risks.

  13. 13

    Engine and Cooling System Issues

    3complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The engine and cooling system experience issues, including overheating and catalytic converter failures.

  14. 14

    Sunroof and rear window failures

    3complaints
    High severityOther

    The sunroof and rear window have experienced unexpected failures, including shattering and leaking, posing potential safety risks.

  15. 15

    Suspension Issues with Tailgate Malfunction

    3complaints
    Low severitySuspension

    The tailgate opens on its own while driving or parked, potentially causing damage to the vehicle and its contents.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  16. 16

    Automatic Transmission Shifts to Neutral During Operation

    2complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The automatic transmission shifts to neutral during operation, causing the vehicle to lose power and feel as if it is in neutral.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  17. 17

    Back-up prevention system malfunction

    2complaints
    Low severityOther

    The back-up collision warning system incorrectly indicates a close object when none is present.

  18. 18

    Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction

    2complaints
    High severityOther

    The forward collision avoidance system malfunctions, potentially leading to accidents due to lack of warning signals.

  19. 19

    Panoramic Sunroof Explodes During Operation

    2complaints
    High severityOther

    The panoramic sunroof explodes during operation, causing an abnormal loud sound and potentially injuring the occupants.

  20. 20

    Transmission Slipping and Delayed Upshifts

    2complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission slips and experiences delayed upshifts, causing rough shifts and a noticeable jolt.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs labor
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  21. 21

    Vehicle Suddenly Rolls Backward When Parked

    2complaints
    High severitySteering

    The vehicle suddenly rolls backward when parked, requiring the driver to shift into park multiple times to stop the rollback.

  22. 22

    Wheel lug nut swelling and removal issues

    2complaints
    Low severityOther

    The lug nuts on all four wheels swell and cannot be removed from the wheel studs, requiring replacement.

  23. 23

    Wiper arm malfunction

    2complaints
    Low severityOther

    The wiper arms are non-adjustable and interfere with the driver's visibility, despite being installed as part of a recall.

Other years & sources

2019 Ford F 150 Supercab DieselAll NHTSA complaints for this vehicle →

Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.