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Ford · Pickup Truck · 2015–2020

Ford F-150 13th Gen

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 3 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

416–460 PS

5.0L Ti-VCT V8 Benzin

5.0 Coyote Gen3 — V8 tradition meets cam phaser reality

Fun to Drive!

Generations

Engine Overview

The Ford F-150 13th Gen is available with 4 engine variants — from 325 to 460 hp.

2.7L EcoBoost V6 · Benziner· 325 PS
2015 2017
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
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3.5L EcoBoost V6 Gen2 · Benziner· 375 PS
2017 2020
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · Benziner· 395 PS
2018 2020
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
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F-150 Raptor · Benziner· 450 PS
2017 2020
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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The Ford 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (Benziner, 325 PS) has the EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Gen1 (2.7L EcoBoost V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

The Ford 3.5L EcoBoost V6 Gen2 (Benziner, 375 PS) has the EcoBoost-3.5-V6-Gen2 (3.5L EcoBoost V6 Gen2) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Ford 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (Benziner, 395 PS) has the Coyote-Gen3 (5.0L Ti-VCT V8) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Ford F-150 Raptor (Benziner, 450 PS) has the EcoBoost-3.5-V6-Gen2 (3.5L EcoBoost V6 Gen2) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖10-Speed Auto Shudder — THE F-150 Issue from 2017

10R80 auto: vibration at 35-45 mph like driving over rumble strips. Torque converter clutch slips. CDF clutch drum migration. Multiple TSBs, $5,500-7,000 repair.

Symptoms: Vibration at 35-45 mph, juddering on upshift, harsh gear changes
from 80,000 km
Ad 10R80 transmission F-150torque converter F-150 10-speed
 High
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below Average
7,475 complaints · 2015–2020
Powertrain
2176 ⚠ 30
Engine
1566 ⚠ 11
Other
855 ⚠ 22
Brakes
815 ⚠ 60
Body Structure
670 ⚠ 16

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Powertrain (2176 complaints)
⚠ Engine (1566 complaints)
⚠ Other (855 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 24 weaknesses have been documented for the Ford F-150 13th Gen (2015–2020) — 18 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Body, Brakes, Suspension.

F-150 (EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Gen1, 2015–2017) — Be Careful: Valve Guide Defect (April 2016 – Jan 2017), Wastegate Failure / Underboost, Turbo Oil Cold Soak — Startup Smoke. Power: 325 PS.

F-150 (EcoBoost-3.5-V6-Gen2, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Cam Phaser Failure (2017-2020), Exhaust Manifold Warps — Studs Break, Turbo Coolant Line Leak. Power: 375 PS.

F-150 (EcoBoost-3.5-V6-Gen2, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Cam Phaser Failure (2017-2020), Exhaust Manifold Warps — Studs Break, Turbo Coolant Line Leak. Power: 450 PS.

F-150 (Coyote-Gen3, 2018–2020) — Be Careful: High-Pressure Fuel Pump Failing, Head Gasket Failed — Overheating Damage, Recall 2024: Intake Valve Fracture (Model Years 2021–2022). Power: 395 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 13th Gen have? +
The Ford F-150 13th Gen has 18 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Ford F-150 13th Gen? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: Coyote-Gen3 (5.0L Ti-VCT V8), EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Gen1 (2.7L EcoBoost V6), EcoBoost-3.5-V6-Gen2 (3.5L EcoBoost V6 Gen2). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the Coyote-Gen3 (5.0L Ti-VCT V8).
Which Ford F-150 13th Gen engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Ford F-150 13th Gen — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 395 hp V8 in the aluminum body: the sound is non-negotiable for V8 fans. BUT: cam phaser knock on 2018-2020 just like the EcoBoost (-5k). Ford CSP 21N03 expired. The irony: the "simple" V8 now has the same phaser problems as the turbo.
Is the Ford F-150 13th Gen worth buying used? +
The Ford F-150 13th Gen requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Ford F-150 13th Gen? +
The Ford F-150 13th Gen is available with engine variants from 325 to 460 hp. Petrol: Coyote-Gen3 (5.0L Ti-VCT V8), EcoBoost-2.7-V6-Gen1 (2.7L EcoBoost V6), EcoBoost-3.5-V6-Gen2 (3.5L EcoBoost V6 Gen2).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee