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Ford · Pickup Truck · 2009–2014

Ford F-150 12th Gen

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

411 PS

6.2L V8 Benzin

6.2 V8 Raptor — the last NA Raptor, the community mourns

Legendary!
Most Reliable Engine

411 PS

6.2L V8 Benzin

4 weaknesses

Good Choice
Problem Engine

305 PS

5.4L Triton V8 Benzin

6 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Generations

Engine Overview

The Ford F-150 12th Gen is available with 4 engine variants — from 305 to 450 hp.

3.5L EcoBoost V6 · Benziner· 365 PS
2011 2014
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
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5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · Benziner· 360 PS
2011 2014
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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5.4L Triton V8 · Benziner· 300 PS
2009 2010
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
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F-150 Raptor · Benziner· 411 PS
2011 2014
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
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The Ford 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (Benziner, 365 PS) has the EcoBoost-3.5-V6-Gen1 (3.5L EcoBoost V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.

The Ford 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (Benziner, 360 PS) has the Coyote-S197 (5.0L Ti-VCT V8) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Ford 5.4L Triton V8 (Benziner, 300 PS) has the Triton-5.4-3V (5.4L Triton V8) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.

The Ford F-150 Raptor (Benziner, 411 PS) has the Boss-6.2-V8 (6.2L V8) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Frame and Cab Corner Rust

Same issue as 11th Gen — steel body without adequate corrosion protection.

Symptoms: Rust at cab corners, rockers, wheel arches
from 100,000 km
Ad cab corner F-150 12th genrocker panel F-150 2009-2014
 High
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below Average
323 complaints · 2009–2014
Cruise Control
54 ⚠ 9
Electrical
45 ⚠ 1
Engine
41 ⚠ 2
Brakes
39 ⚠ 4
Powertrain
33 ⚠ 2

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Cruise Control (54 complaints)
⚠ Electrical (45 complaints)
⚠ Engine (41 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 25 weaknesses have been documented for the Ford F-150 12th Gen (2009–2014) — 20 engine-related and 5 vehicle-related. One problem engine: Triton-5.4-3V (5.4L Triton V8). Typical issues affect Rust, Steering, Brakes, Electronics. Considered reliable: Boss-6.2-V8 (6.2L V8).

F-150 (Triton-5.4-3V, 2009–2010) — Stay Away!: Cam Phaser Tick — THE Triton Problem, Steuerkette längt sich ab 150.000 km. Dieselähnliches Rasseln bei Kaltstart., Fords 2-Piece-Zündkerzen-Design: Elektrodenverlängerung bricht ab und bleibt im Zylinderkopf. TSB 08-7-6 mit Spezialwerkzeug. Nach 160.000 km fast garantiert.. Power: 300 PS.

F-150 (Coyote-S197, 2011–2014) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Tensioner Failure, Crankshaft Bearing Wear, Head Gasket Failed — Overheating Damage. Power: 360 PS.

F-150 (EcoBoost-3.5-V6-Gen1, 2011–2014) — Be Careful: Gen1 3.5L EcoBoost: Kette dehnt sich ab ~120.000 km. Kaltstart-Rasseln 2-5 Sekunden. Gen2 (2017+) hat kürzere Ketten — Problem behoben., Quick-Connect-Fittings an Kühlmittelschläuchen versagen., Nur 2011-2012: Kondenswasser im Intercooler verursacht Stottern. Ford-redesign in späteren Modellen.. Power: 365 PS.

What to watch out for with the Ford F-150? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Ford F-150 12th Gen have? +
The Ford F-150 12th Gen has 20 known engine weaknesses and 5 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Ford F-150 12th Gen? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: Boss-6.2-V8 (6.2L V8). The most reliable engine is the Boss-6.2-V8 (6.2L V8) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the Boss-6.2-V8 (6.2L V8). Problem engine: Triton-5.4-3V (5.4L Triton V8) — stay away!
Which Ford F-150 12th Gen engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Ford F-150 12th Gen. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 4 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Ford F-150 12th Gen engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Ford F-150 12th Gen — rated: "Legendary!". {description} 411 hp naturally aspirated in the Raptor: no turbo, no complexity, V8 thunder instead of turbo whistle. Called a "stalwart of reliability" by the community. Replaced in 2014 by the EcoBoost Raptor — many fans still miss the V8 sound. Watch for valve springs on 2010-2011. Used prices climbing.
Is the Ford F-150 12th Gen worth buying used? +
The Ford F-150 12th Gen requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Ford F-150 12th Gen? +
The Ford F-150 12th Gen is available with engine variants from 305 to 450 hp. Petrol: Coyote-S197 (5.0L Ti-VCT V8), Triton-5.4-3V (5.4L Triton V8), EcoBoost-3.5-V6-Gen1 (3.5L EcoBoost V6), Boss-6.2-V8 (6.2L V8).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee