Ford F-150 Tires Problems
Owners have filed 990 complaints with NHTSA about tires problems on the Ford F-150 across 31 model years. The 1997 model year has the most (305). The words owners use most often: “tire size” (20% of reports).
- 990tires complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 41mention a crash
- 24mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 76%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.
- Tire size: mentioned in 197 of 990 complaints (20%)
- P235 70R16: mentioned in 138 of 990 complaints (14%)
- Firestone wilderness: mentioned in 101 of 990 complaints (10%)
- Tread separation: mentioned in 100 of 990 complaints (10%)
At what mileage do tires problems happen?
Based on 346 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 990 complaints, 41 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 24 an injury.
Ford F-150 tires complaints by model year
| Model year | Tires complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 F-150 | 1 | 1% | 5,000 |
| 2024 F-150 | 1 | 1% | 16,750 |
| 2023 F-150 | 4 | 1% | 5,000 |
| 2022 F-150 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2021 F-150 | 2 | 0% | 4,000 |
| 2020 F-150 | 2 | 0% | 65,000 |
| 2019 F-150 | 4 | 0% | 35,000 |
| 2018 F-150 | 2 | 0% | 54,000 |
| 2017 F-150 | 3 | 0% | 81,500 |
| 2016 F-150 | 2 | 0% | 120,000 |
| 2015 F-150 | 7 | 0% | 26,946 |
| 2014 F-150 | 4 | 0% | 74,000 |
| 2013 F-150 | 11 | 0% | 12,000 |
| 2012 F-150 | 12 | 1% | 24,950 |
| 2011 F-150 | 18 | 1% | 40,000 |
| 2010 F-150 | 17 | 2% | 10,000 |
| 2009 F-150 | 13 | 4% | 31,000 |
| 2008 F-150 | 9 | 2% | 6,000 |
| 2007 F-150 | 52 | 11% | 20,000 |
| 2006 F-150 | 27 | 5% | 5,239 |
| 2005 F-150 | 36 | 3% | 30,000 |
| 2004 F-150 | 58 | 3% | 12,250 |
| 2003 F-150 | 21 | 5% | 59,000 |
| 2002 F-150 | 24 | 3% | 44,022 |
| 2001 F-150 | 52 | 4% | 55,607 |
| 2000 F-150 | 34 | 3% | 106,000 |
| 1999 F-150 | 52 | 5% | 67,775 |
| 1998 F-150 | 152 | 11% | 100,000 |
| 1997 F-150 | 305 | 11% | 74,545 |
| 1996 F-150 | 21 | 6% | 204,250 |
| 1995 F-150 | 43 | 7% | 102,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Tires
Model years: 2018
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150, 2018-2020 F-250, F-350, and 2019 Escape vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S10.
Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire; tires:bead
Model years: 2020
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 trucks equipped with 17-inch spare tires. The spare tire could have been damaged when it was installed on the rim.
Risk: The damage can cause the tire to rapidly lose air pressure or detach from the wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S55.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2003 Ford F-150 equipped with Firestone Tires, Tire Line: Firestone, Tire Size: 265/70/R17, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, there was a burning rubber odor coming from the outside of the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle…
275/50 R22 I was driving on a major interstate approximately 65 mph when a strong vibration was felt. As I started to move to the shoulder and slow down, the tread detached from the tire. The tire remained on the vehicle but the tread delaminated and was in the middle of the highway. This caused…
I purchased a set of 4 LT275 /65 R18 BF Goodrich K02 tires on 8/19/2022 from Discount Tire. I notice some cracking along the front passenger side wall. I took it to Discount Tire and the verified that all four tires were doing the same thing. My family was driving at high speeds multiple places the…
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the door latch failed to lock securely. While driving at undisclosed speeds, the contact's son almost fell out of the vehicle, but the contact was able to grab him by the coat. The door ajar message was displayed. Additionally, the TPMS…
The contact owns a 2009 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. Additionally, the ABS and TPMS warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle slowed down…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford F-150s have tires problems?
No. NHTSA has 990 owner complaints about tires 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 tires?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list tires. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about tires problems on the Ford F-150?
The most frequent phrase is “tire size”, in 197 of 990 complaints, followed by “p235 70r16” (138).
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