2012 FORD F-150 Safety Overview
The 2012 FORD F-150 has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
- Power train:automatic transmission
- Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD F-150 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed a...
Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V075000: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford ...
An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V248000: An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR,...
IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN THE DRIVER PUSHES THE SHIFT LEVER IN THE REVERSE R POSITION AND THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION DOES GO IN REVERSE, THE R MAY NOT ILLUMINATE ON THE DASHBOARD OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, OR NAVIGATOR MODELS AND/OR THE BACKUP LAMP ON THE REAR OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, OR MUSTANG VEHICLES MAY NOT ILLUMINATE. THESE CONDITIONS INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR A PEDESTRIAN BEING STRUCK DUE TO THE VEHICLES NOT SIGNALING IT IS IN REVERSE.
NHTSA Recall 12V190000: IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 F-150 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 6, 2011, THRO...
A FAILURE TO DEPLOY, FAILURE TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED, OR A DEPLOYMENT WHEN NOT INTENDED, INCREASES THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT OCCUPANT.
NHTSA Recall 12V198000: A FAILURE TO DEPLOY, FAILURE TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED, OR A DEPLOYMENT WHEN... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.