Ford F-150 Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 978 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the Ford F-150 across 31 model years. The 1997 model year has the most (204). The words owners use most often: “front end” (11% of reports).
- 978suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 23mention a crash
- 23mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $1,050typical repair cost reported by owners
- 39%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Front end: mentioned in 107 of 978 complaints (11%)
- Torsion bar: mentioned in 100 of 978 complaints (10%)
- Ball joints: mentioned in 66 of 978 complaints (7%)
- Leaf spring: mentioned in 50 of 978 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical suspension repair on the Ford F-150 at $1,050, and half of them between $720 and $1,350.
Based on 12 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2000–2025), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 414 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 978 complaints, 23 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 23 an injury.
Ford F-150 suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 F-150 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2024 F-150 | 3 | 2% | 845 |
| 2023 F-150 | 8 | 2% | 178 |
| 2022 F-150 | 14 | 2% | 35,301 |
| 2021 F-150 | 13 | 1% | 59,500 |
| 2020 F-150 | 9 | 1% | 21,300 |
| 2019 F-150 | 11 | 1% | 35,050 |
| 2018 F-150 | 23 | 1% | 24,000 |
| 2017 F-150 | 12 | 1% | 23,900 |
| 2016 F-150 | 17 | 1% | 32,500 |
| 2015 F-150 | 11 | 1% | 33,985 |
| 2014 F-150 | 10 | 1% | 50,000 |
| 2013 F-150 | 20 | 1% | 16,000 |
| 2012 F-150 | 19 | 1% | 79,500 |
| 2011 F-150 | 14 | 1% | 70,531 |
| 2010 F-150 | 16 | 2% | 23,500 |
| 2009 F-150 | 4 | 1% | 17,525 |
| 2008 F-150 | 11 | 3% | 61,000 |
| 2007 F-150 | 16 | 3% | 55,800 |
| 2006 F-150 | 25 | 4% | 52,000 |
| 2005 F-150 | 49 | 4% | 57,000 |
| 2004 F-150 | 118 | 6% | 14,531 |
| 2003 F-150 | 14 | 3% | 29,500 |
| 2002 F-150 | 20 | 2% | 64,125 |
| 2001 F-150 | 35 | 3% | 66,000 |
| 2000 F-150 | 41 | 4% | 65,000 |
| 1999 F-150 | 43 | 4% | 89,000 |
| 1998 F-150 | 132 | 10% | 122,160 |
| 1997 F-150 | 204 | 7% | 86,335 |
| 1996 F-150 | 21 | 6% | 91,800 |
| 1995 F-150 | 44 | 7% | 117,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Suspension:rear
Model years: 2026
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position.
Risk: A misaligned stabilizer rod can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the stabilizer rod fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S66. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 10, 2026.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly; suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly
Model years: 1997, 1998
Problem: Vehicle description: light duty 4-wheel drive pickup trucks. If the vehicle is overloaded, the rear leaf springs can be overstressed. A fatigue fracture of the spring can occur. The center leaf of the spring can fracture at the forward edge of the spring seat and, in some cases, contact the fuel tank.
Risk: Fuel tank contact can damage the tank and result in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear springs and install an additional clip on the forward end of the rear springs to prevent fuel tank contact in the event of a leaf fracture. Any fractured springs will be replaced.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The vehicle is experiencing an immediate, uncorrected mechanical steering safety defect where the internal steering geometry physically slips out of specification while driving at highway speeds. During a comprehensive diagnostic tear-down by an authorized manufacturer technician at Porter Ford on…
In my year 2000 Ford 150. I had the passenger window down and noticed it was sprinkling. I went outside to put the window up and when I closed the door, the back window of the truck literally smashed to pieces. I was told it was because of heat. I took pictures of everything. I am writing this as a…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while reversing at 3 MPH out of the driveway, the vehicle suddenly stopped and lowered to the ground. The contact exited the vehicle and became aware that the front driverâs side control arm had fractured and the subframe and the whole…
Driver side front coil spring cracked/collapsed NOTE: THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE 2017-2018 FORD F-150
2020 Ford F-150 Raptor supercab with 47,500 miles. Front right coil spring broke into several pieces while sitting in the driveway. Rust on one half of the piece that fell on the driveway indicates rust coating failed and caused the initial break in the coil spring. The way the coil spring broke…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford F-150s have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 978 owner complaints about suspension for the Ford F-150. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Ford F-150 suspension?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list suspension. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix suspension problems on the Ford F-150?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,050 (half paid between $720 and $1,350), from 12 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the Ford F-150?
The most frequent phrase is “front end”, in 107 of 978 complaints, followed by “torsion bar” (100).
Other Ford F-150 problems
- Power Train problems (8,965)
- Engine problems (4,522)
- Electrical System problems (3,641)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (2,689)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (2,502)
- Steering problems (2,253)
- Service Brakes problems (2,080)
- Visibility problems (2,074)
See all Ford F-150 problems.