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The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the cam phaser sensors failed, which caused the engine to shake abnormally and the vehicle to stall. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics where it was diagnosed that the cam phaser sensors needed to be replaced. The dealer (fairway Ford of evans, 4333 Washington rd, evans, ga 30809, (706) 854-9200) diagnosed that the cam phaser sensors had an internal fault and recommeded that the engine assembly be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but had not issued an engine recall to address the failure. There were nine tsbs on the engine and engine assembly. The vehicle remained parked due to the intermittent failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
Vehicle loses power at 45 to 60 mph or on a bumpy road dashboard lights come on. It has done this approx.3 times.it usually starts back up but I think its a safety hazard.
The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-150. While driving various speeds and without depressing the accelerator or brake pedals, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated as the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the engine revved. The contact stated that the failures also occurred while making a left turn and the steering wheel seized, which made it difficult to make the left turn. The brake pedal was depressed in order to stop the vehicle. After stopping, turning off and restarting the vehicle it was able to operate normally. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred at least three other times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The contact was referred to NHTSA by the manufacturer. The approximate failure mileage was 143,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the engine failed to function properly and that the vehicle stalled several times without warning. The spark plugs an injectors were replaced, and an oil pressure test was provided. The contact also stated that the engine misfired and was diagnosed by mclarty Ford (3232 summerhill rd, texarkana, tx 75503, (903) 792-7121). The vehicle was also taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine and transmission needed to be replaced. The mechanic rebuilt the transmission and the starter was replaced. The manufacturer had not issued a recall, but issued eight tsbs for the engine. The contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the engine compartment. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no solution other than having the vehicle repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 87,402.
Engine ticking, from prior reports looks to be a common issue, also when filling up with gas it seems to have back pressure and keeps turning the pump off.
- Farmington, MN, USA
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I bought a 2007 Ford F15 FX4 truck a years ago, and took it to Ford to asked them about the ticking noise coming from engine. They told me that it was normal on the 5.4 Triton. About a week ago the ticking got louder and I looked up problems online, and found that there is a design flaw in the engine that causes cam phasers to fail, and oil pressure drops to zero. Ford knows about the problem, but when I called they told me that I need to replace the engine, and that it would be on me. I looked on several Ford forums and found that there are 1000's of people talking about this. Is it going to take someone getting killed before Ford owns up to there problems! they are ignoring the issue and having the consumer pay aywhere from 3500- 8000 dollars to repair this issue. Also, the engine has very bad power loss and shakes vigouresly when warm and pulling up to stop or reverse.
O/D off light, transmission fault on information display intermittent light and tone! truck would not start, PCM failure $3500 dollars in repair, at Ford dealer still not fixed!
Blown out spark plug #3 cylinder, repair lasted less than 3 weeks and failed on state higher 41 in California witch cause major loss of power going uphill and stalled in the middle of traffic with my wife and child in the vehicle. The incident left us with no choice but to walk across heavy traffic to the side of the highway and leave the vehicle in the road way
I bought truck about 2 years ago took to Ford to have tranny flush on it asked them about the ticking noise coming from engine they told me that it was normal on the 5.4 Triton about a week ago the ticking got louder and looked up problems and found that there is a design flaw in engine that causes cam phasers fail nd oil pressure drops to zero Ford knows about problem but whn you call they tell you that you need to replace the engine well looked up forums and people who have replaced the motor had same problems with it later on yesterday I was driving taking my 2 daughters to school when all of a sudden the engine shut off I lost brakes and steering. The truck behind me had to lock up its brakes to keep from hitting me and my kids so I am writing you to see if you can look into this my kids were so scared the truck slowed instantly when the engine failed I had my friend tow it back to my house where I checked the cam sensors and changed them and did not start still does not start now there are 1000's of people on forums talking about this is it going to take someone getting killed before Ford owns up to there problems they are ignoring and having the consumer pay aywhere from 3500- 8000 dollars to repair this I first asked when I bought truck with 81,000 miles on
Filed a claim with the state of California bureau of automotive repair on 4-3-17, complaint # oc 2017005088, against four entities including: El cajon, ca Ford dealer, certified car clinic, Ford automotive Inc., and drew/penske Ford regarding my 2007 5.4 Triton Ford F-150 truck platinum spark plug defect. I was told by the bar that my complaint would be filed with your Agency. I would like to verify in writing that your Agency has received the state of California bar complaint.
The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 40 mph, the engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine spark plugs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Picked up my son from school and while driving down the highway at 55mph I heard a loud noise and it got really loud. My spark plug just blew out for no reason.
The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-150. While driving 45 mph, the vehicle decelerated and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the spark plugs and the coil springs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer advised the contact to call NHTSA to check for any open recalls. The failure mileage was 88,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 20 mph, there was a knocking noise coming from the engine and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the number three spark plug detached and needed to be replaced the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,890. Updated 08/09/17
While driving my truck suddenly lost power and shifted into "limp home mode" while the wrench and check engine light came on. This happened to me a few year back as well so I immediately assumed it was the throttle body or sensor going bad. I brought into the Ford dealership who confirmed to me it was the throttle body that went out. This is now the 3 throttle body that my truck had had (9 years old and 130,000 miles). After doing research I saw where Ford had this same issue with other model vehicles and instead of recalling extended warranties to cover the cost of replacement. This is extremely dangerous as if it occurs when merging into traffic you lose all ability to accelerate. I think Ford has a major issue here that it is refusing to address.
When my truck is at operating temp. And coming to a stop it sounds like a diesel, it first starts by knocking and ticking then it shuts down.. this is a serious problem for when your pulling anything with the truck always it wants to die, of course unless your good and can throw it into neutral and rev the motor to 2000 RPM's with killing anyone. You start losing steering and brakes when the motors RPM's get very low.
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- Augusta, GA, USA