2009 Ford F-150 vs 2011 Ford F-150
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Ford F-150 | 2011 Ford F-150 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 324 | 2,183 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 58 | 120 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 28 | 45 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 18 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–17 | 13–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,000 mi | 71,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-150 | Ford F-150 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 33 | 819 |
| Engine | 42 | 481 |
| Steering | 29 | 419 |
| Electrical System | 46 | 233 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 54 | 212 |
| Service Brakes | 25 | 162 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 91 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 75 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 114 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 191 |
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 69 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 150 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 198 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 85 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 71 |
2009 Ford F-150
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.