2020 Ford F-150
2020 Ford F-150 — 3.5L 6 Cyl, 4x4, Automatic. Pickup.
Safety & Recall Score: Fair
This score reflects NHTSA safety data only — recalls, complaints, and crash ratings. It does not include title status, accident history, or odometer records. Verify hidden history with VIN Pro Plus →
Composite rating based on recalls, complaints, crash ratings, and vehicle age.
VIN Decoded
VIN Verified- Official VIN decode record located
- Type: TRUCK
- Body: Pickup
- Plant: DEARBORN, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
NHTSA Recalls
11 Open Recalls- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150...
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150...
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150...
Owner Complaints
27 filed with NHTSA- While driving I will get a wrench symbol with...
- Severe transmission shifting delays, unresponsive when accelerating. Shutters and...
Fuel Economy
21 MPG Combined- City: 19 MPG
- Hwy: 26 MPG
- Combined: 21 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
Vehicle Overview
VIN Breakdown
Engine & Powertrain
Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact
Safety & Driver Assistance
Vehicle Dimensions & Weight
Towing & Utility
Wheels & Tires
Manufacturing & Identity
Recall & Safety Summary
✅ Pre-Purchase Checklist
Estimated Market Value
Based on vehicle age, class, trim & U.S. market conditions
Based on vehicle class, age, trim, and U.S. market trends. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
📚 Helpful Vehicle Resources
TIRES:BEAD
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.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2020. Owners may contact Ford...
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS)...
Risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as...
Risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the...
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display...
Risk: Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 vehicles. An incorrect attachment nut may have been used to attach the battery positive (B+) power supply cable to the starter motor, possibly affecting the electrical conductivity, resulting in excess heat...
Risk: Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter motor B+ power supply attachment nut, free of charge. The recall began August 25,...
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ranger and F-150 vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions and certain 2020 Expedition vehicles equipped with a "police" package. The transmission shift cable lock clip may not be fully seated, allowing the...
Risk: If the transmission selection does not match the indicated gear selection, and the parking brake is not applied, unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the shift cable locking clip installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began...
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner...
Risk: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall...
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on...
No bulletins found
No technical service bulletin records returned for this vehicle.
⛽ Fuel Cost Calculator
🏢 Find Ford Dealers
Get this VIN's recalls resolved, service appointments, and CPO program details from an authorized Ford dealer.
Find Ford Dealers →NICB VINCheck is a free federal database. Run a check to confirm this VIN has no theft, salvage, or insurance total-loss history.
Run Free NICB Check for 1FTFW1RG9LFA40304 →Emissions Testing & Lemon Law by State
Select any state to see its current emissions testing requirements and lemon law protections.
🔧 Check Engine Light Code Lookup
Enter a code from your OBD-II scanner, pick from the dropdown, or tap a common code chip below.
While driving I will get a wrench symbol with...
While driving I will get a wrench symbol with a bunch of codes pop up u0121:00:28 u0131:00:28 u0137:00:28 u0164:00:28 u0199:00:28 u0200:00:28 u0212:00:28 u0252:00:28 u0256:00:28 u1012:00:28 p0557:00:28 p1935:00:68 p193e:00:28...
Severe transmission shifting delays, unresponsive when accelerating. Shutters and...
Severe transmission shifting delays, unresponsive when accelerating. Shutters and skips when coming to a stop.
Transmission shifts from a higher gear to 1st when...
Transmission shifts from a higher gear to 1st when going over 60, also transmission has a hard time shifting skips 2nd, 4th, and sometimes 6th gear.
Went to speed up as I was approaching a...
Went to speed up as I was approaching a ramp going uphill and almost towards the top the truck decided to down shift to first gear going about...
Harsh shifting in between gears. Jerky shifting and shudders...
Harsh shifting in between gears. Jerky shifting and shudders while shifting as well
MY PICKUP HAS THE 10R80 TRANSMISSION. IT CURRENTLY SLIPS...
MY PICKUP HAS THE 10R80 TRANSMISSION. IT CURRENTLY SLIPS IN LOWER GEARS AND SOMETIMES NO 10TH GEAR
Vehicle had hard and sudden shifting and grinding noise...
Vehicle had hard and sudden shifting and grinding noise coming form gears. Sudden shifting would result in abrupt change in speed. Two repairs were made by a Ford...
Truck equipped with the 10R80 downshifted from 10th gear...
Truck equipped with the 10R80 downshifted from 10th gear to 1st gear while on the freeway doing 80mph. NOT SAFE AT ALL.
This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.
Estimated depreciation for this 2020 FORD F-150 based on vehicle class and age. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.
Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.
National averages. Registration varies by state. Does not include parking, tolls, or loan interest.
Ford reliability is mixed. Trucks and V8 Mustangs score well; some EcoBoost engines and electronics have higher complaint rates.
Use this checklist to track which recalls have been resolved. All recall repairs are free at authorized dealerships.
Vehicles in a similar class and price range to the 2020 FORD F-150:
Automated checks against common VIN fraud indicators. Always verify with a paid history report and independent inspection.
Recommended rotation interval: every 5,000–7,500 miles. Rotate with every other oil change for best results.
Estimate total fuel cost and stops for any road trip in this 2020 FORD F-150.
Steps to get the best price when selling this 2020 FORD F-150:
3.5L EcoBoost: timing chain guide wear at higher mileage. Ask for maintenance records.
NHTSA offers free recall alerts by VIN. Sign up to be notified the moment a new recall is issued for this vehicle.
Official government recall notifications. Free, direct from NHTSA. Covers safety recalls, investigations, and bulletins.
Sign Up Free →Free recall tracking through Carfax. Notifies you about new recalls and tracks which ones have been repaired.
Check Free →Get competing insurance quotes for this exact vehicle. Rates vary by 30–60% between carriers for the same driver profile — comparing saves real money.
❤ Support VinForFree
VinForFree offers a free VIN check with no signup required. If this report helped you, consider supporting the site.
3JjL1STPyfyhiQk1E91Xss8FSa5brW8LG3
0x962Efcc84463D599beC4F5F0575D1ebF60c83745
MUZk3ZDrpM4KmQjAZsnd5t12bYKqfhNtx4
addr1vy8zgurtrdxyq4lyz9wzgpguj3eraxl79shu2hgh9r2ux6cdgmjc5
Free VIN Check — No Signup Required
Decode any 17-character VIN instantly. Recalls, specs, fuel economy, crash ratings, and market value.
🔍 Search Another VIN