2009 Ford F-150 Engine Problems
- 33
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 33 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- spark plug · 9 records
- without warning · 4 records
- exhaust manifold · 4 records
- where diagnosed · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Spark plug blowout while driving on a city street. Common problem with 4.6l 2v triton engines from my search results. Ford should be responsible for fixing the issue as there is only a few threads holding the spark plug in the engine heads.
ODI 11269985
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Purchased vehicle in nov 2018, less than one year than the date of this claim. On nine different occasions my vehicle experienced one or more of the following: loss of all electrical power, steering, acceleration control, fuel pump/injectors, timing of the rpm, and other related issues leaving me stranded in the middle of nowhere, immediately and instantaneously stalled out on highways and major freeways without…
ODI 11271106
Engine · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
My truck stalled while entering freeway lanes. I went from 60mph to 10mph and was nearly read ended. The truck finally stalled just as i made it to the shoulder. Two hours later, my truck stalled while doing 40mph on a surface street. I had to pull into a center turn lane to avoid blocking traffic. Fuel was at half a tank. Oil level was good.
ODI 11124599
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. While driving 55 mph, the check engine indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact was not able to restart the vehicle for approximately 30 minutes. The contact referenced tsb number: 15-0137 (crank no-start, stalling) as a possible cause of the failure. The dealer (mossy ford, [redacted]) was called and stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The…
ODI 11097128
Engine
On december 15, 2017, while driving on i35 in heavy traffic in fort worth, texas, the f150 autonomously accelerated to maximum rpm and would not slow down. The cruise control was not on. We were forced to ride the breaks hard until we were able to exit the freeway, put the vehicle in neutral and break to a stop. We turned the vehicle off and restarted. The vehicle still went to maximum rpms so we shut down the…
ODI 11055315
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. While attempting to start the vehicle, the engine turned over but did not start. The vehicle was inspected by two independent mechanics who replaced the #27 fuse and relay, but were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also replaced the battery and fuel module in the vehicle, but the failure continued. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer…
ODI 11004348
Engine
2009 ford f150 with 146,000 miles needed to have engine replaced due to scored cams. It appears this has been a common problem with the 5.4 engines. We are one-time owners of this vehicle and have great maintenance records. I believe a recall should be made for this
ODI 11011776
Engine
At less than 63,000 miles, my ford f-150 5.4 liter engine is failing. I just returned from the dealership earlier today with over $2800 worth of repair estimates; however, the vehicle shook and rattled when idling at a stop light and appeared to be overheating. Vehicle is garage kept, gets regular oil changes and maintenance, and is driven mainly on highways. I do not pull anything (boats, campers, etc.). Internet…
ODI 11005380
Engine
Cracked exhaust manifold 2009 ford f150 5.4 triton v8. I have now cracked the second right side engine exhaust manifold. This is irritating as exhaust fumes enter the passenger cab when stopped.
ODI 10981719
Engine
Spark plug blows out of heads at 80774 miles prior to first tune up interval. Could of caused a engine fire.
ODI 10971490
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. While driving 50 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
ODI 10970716
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
Vehile has/shut down on 6 or 7 separate occasions while sitting in a parking lot or at a stop lights the steering also locked up while trying to turn left . I have taken it to several but the only thing they tell i need a new engine ,. Which we cannot afford, we got it serviced on time and took care of it thinking we would have it for many years. Now it is garbage i have always defended ford but now am so upset…
ODI 10970550
Engine
Spark plugs can not be removed due to most breaking. Most of the spark plugs are frozen and break when you try to remove. Ford recommends replacing plugs at 100000 miles.
ODI 10920005
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was an exhaust leak and fractured bolts in the manifold. The independent mechanic informed the contact that the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for further diagnostic testing. The vehicle was towed to the dealer…
ODI 10929627
Engine
Spark plug ejection. On 4/24/16, #3 cylinder ejected the spark plug, recommended repair was to use/install heli-coil. 7/1/16, #3 cylinder ejected the spark plug again, this time damaging the cylinder head. Now waiting for an estimate and to see if the head can be repaired or has to be replaced. Both times, vehicle was accelerating from a stop when traffic light changed from red to green.
ODI 10882816
Engine
My truck has only 30,000 miles on it. While driving it, the 5.4 liter engine started knocking severely and would not power the vehicle. I managed to avoid a major accident and get it pulled over to the side of the freeway. I had fortunately purchased the extended warranty and took it to the dealer. When i got it to the dealer, all the service writers acknowledged that the 5.4 has a serious problem. The mechanic…
ODI 10881912
Engine
Ford motor company has installed defective fasteners on the exhaust manifolds of numerous modular v8 (4.6l & 5.4l) equipped f-150s. This is a well documented issue among several f-150 owners throughout the us and canada for many model years. The problem with these manifold fasteners (studs) is that after the normal heat cycles of driving and sitting, they begin to deteriorate at an excelled rate. Once a stud or…
ODI 10824124
Engine
Exhaust manifold leak due to broken exhaust manifold to head bolts. On cold start there is a moderately loud exhaust leak that diminishes as the engine heats up. Vehicle was stationary and parked when first noticed.
ODI 10808309
Engine
Coming home, something let lose under the hood and was tinking. Ended up having it towed home where we found out the spark plug ejected. Called the dealership as i just bought my truck 2 months ago, they couldn't do anything. Called ford corp they wouldn't give me any information. After doing research i found this was a tbs. I called a ford dealer to see what to do. He told me it would have to be fixed at my…
ODI 10776496
Engine
Purchased this vehicle used from a well known and popular dealer in utah. We did not note any noises during the test ride and vehicle appeared in great condition. On the drive home (of course) we stopped for dinner. Noticed a loud knocking noise coming from the engine. This continued and worsened and we feared the vehicle would stall. The problem subsided when the rpm's increased slightly. We were able to duplicate…
ODI 10748865
Engine
While driving in a parking lot at speed below 5 mph, the engine began to shake and chatter. The sound and vibration went away at speeds above 5 mph. I was able to duplicate the problem repeatedly. The local dealer said it was the cam phaser, and they needed to be replaced. This 2009 truck was assembled in november of 2008. Truck was purchased used with 36000 miles in november of 2014. Cam phasers replaced at 43800…
ODI 10764230
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. The failure recurred on one other occasion. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle had carbon build up. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10775905
Engine
2009 ford f150 has been shaking at idle or when going slow when vehicle is not in park. It shakes and jerks terribly bad. It has caused me to stall at a stop light waiting for the light to turn green and i've nearly been hit in the rear multiple times and this is not counting the road rage people have when this happens. Took it to a shop and was told it was a cam phaser. Found out this is a common problem with…
ODI 10723720
Engine
SPARK PLUG BLOWOUT IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. *TR
ODI 10713474
Engine
Engine began to shake at 65mph. Pulled over and engine was shot. Possible cam phasers. *tr
ODI 10662938