Used Ford F150

What to know before buying: Ford F150

From 1 forum thread and 2 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• Production of the 13th-generation F-150 began in November 2014, followed by a facelift in 2017.[3]one source13th generation
• The aluminium body design was intended to reduce weight by 317 kg.[2]one source13th generation
• Service specialists reported no concerns with the 3.3-litre V6 Cyclone, naturally aspirated 3.5-litre V6, or six-speed automatic.[3]one source13th generation
• The suspension is described as robust and generally repair-free up to 100,000 km, though ball joints may wear by around 80,000 km.[3]one source13th generation

Typical faults

• Ticking or scraping from the 3.5 V6 EcoBoost just after a long rest can indicate critical wear in the variable-timing mechanism; its phasers require replacement.[3]one source13th generation

  3.5 V6 EcoBoost

• The 3.5 V6 EcoBoost high-pressure fuel pump may fail after 50,000–60,000 km.[3]one source13th generation

  50 000–60 000 km · 3.5 V6 EcoBoost

• On the 2.7 V6, white or blue smoke and rough idle may be oil-pressure related; repairs can require replacing the cylinder head or the entire engine.[3]one source13th generation

  2.7 V6

• Regardless of mileage, the 10-speed automatic may let the truck roll in Park without the parking brake; torque-converter lock-up seizure, jerks, and incorrect gear indication are also reported.[3]one source13th generation
• F-150 brakes may be short-lived: both pads and discs can require replacement after just 30,000 km.[3]one source13th generation

  30 000–30 000 km

• Aluminium is susceptible to galvanic corrosion, especially where it contacts steel, and road salt increases the risk.[2]one source13th generation
• Raptor owner-forum threads repeatedly report steering-rack knocking and the need for rack repair.[1]one source

Which engine and version to take

• Prefer the 3.3 V6 Cyclone or naturally aspirated 3.5 V6 with the six-speed automatic; the source reports no concerns from service specialists.[3]one source13th generation

What to avoid

• The 3.5 V6 EcoBoost is a riskier choice because of variable-timing mechanism wear and possible high-pressure fuel-pump failure.[3]one source13th generation
• Treat the 2.7 V6 with particular caution: smoke and rough idle can lead to costly cylinder-head or complete-engine replacement.[3]one source13th generation

What to check at the inspection

• Start the 3.5 EcoBoost after a long rest and listen during the first seconds for ticking or scraping from the variable-timing mechanism.[3]one source13th generation
• On the 2.7 V6, check for white or blue exhaust smoke and a steady idle in Neutral or Park; if present, test oil pressure first.[3]one source13th generation
• With the 10-speed automatic, check for jerks, correct gear indication, and secure holding in Park; always apply the parking brake.[3]one source13th generation
• On the 5.0 V8, scan the control module: a Check Engine warning may need updated software, but sometimes variable-timing solenoids require replacement.[3]one source13th generation
• At around 80,000 km inspect the ball joints, and by roughly 30,000 km carefully assess the brake pads and discs.[3]one source13th generation
• On the aluminium body, closely inspect aluminium-to-steel contact points and salt-exposed areas because of the galvanic-corrosion risk.[2]one source13th generation
• During a Raptor test drive, listen for steering-rack knocks and check the electronics, especially if the truck has been used off-road.[1]one source

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]ford-trucks.club — Ford F-150 Raptor · forum
2. [2]auto.cz — Ford má problémy s novou generací F-150 kvůli hliníku · press
3. [3]auto.mail.ru — Стоит ли покупать БУ Форд F-150 · press

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