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2015 Ford F-150 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2015 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component14
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Engine | 3 |
| Seat belts | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 |
| Power train | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
Safety recalls14
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Apr 14, 202626V237000 | Power train: automatic transmissionUnexpectedly downshifting into second gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V237000
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| Apr 12, 202121E027000 | Suspension: front control armAn incorrectly installed ball joint may cause the ball joint stud to break, which can compromise front wheel control, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21E027000
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| Jun 8, 202020V332000 | Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components master cylinderA loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort… DetailsHide details for campaign 20V332000
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| Feb 21, 202020V098000 | EngineA damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V098000
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| Apr 8, 201919V278000 | EngineA damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V278000
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| Dec 18, 201818V894000 | EngineWhen the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a… DetailsHide details for campaign 18V894000
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Owner complaints by component1,425
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 307 | 22 |
| Engine | 238 | 17 |
| Power train | 198 | 14 |
| Unknown or other | 167 | 12 |
| Structure | 142 | 10 |
| Electrical system | 135 | 9 |
| Vehicle speed control | 123 | 9 |
| Steering | 80 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 71 | 5 |
| Visibility/wiper | 71 | 5 |
| Seats | 43 | 3 |
| Wheels | 37 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 37 | 3 |
| Air bags | 32 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 25 | 2 |
19 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names F-150 Regular Cab, F-150 Super Crew, F-150 Supercab.
Latest reports
- Power train
“Transmission down shifts while accelerating, slips when starting from a dead stop, and shifts extremely hard when shifting.”
- Power train
“Galvanic corrosion of transfer case.”
- Power train
“I have 80,000 and my transmission went out driving up a mountain road No waring light no over heating it just stop going .”
Other Ford F-150 model years
- 20199 recalls1,338 complaints
- 201818 recalls2,318 complaints
- 201717 recalls1,450 complaints
- 201613 recalls2,078 complaints
- 201513 recalls1,732 complaints
- 20148 recalls1,537 complaints
- 20133 recalls2,989 complaints
- 20124 recalls1,783 complaints
- 20116 recalls2,191 complaints
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2015 Ford F-150 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Ford F-150 have?
NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2015 Ford F-150. The most recent, 26V237000 (reported April 14, 2026), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2015 Ford F-150 recalls for?
The largest group is engine, with 3 campaigns. Others: seat belts (3), latches/locks/linkages (2), power train (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Ford F-150?
Service brakes is the most-reported component, named in 307 complaints out of 1,425 filed with NHTSA (22%). Across all complaints, owners reported 40 crashs and 12 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2015 Ford F-150?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
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