| Issue ID | 1448704 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11074147 |
| Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | F-150 |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 14/02/18 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Timing chain / timing chain tensioner defect in 2012-2014 ecoboost engine. Vehicle's timing chain loses tension and needs to be replaced at low mileage. Very costly repair, with estimated 13 hours labor. Design defect is being reported by more and more owners of vehicles with ecoboost engines released between 2012-2014. Ford motor corrected design defect in later models, but did not notify current owners or provide path to resolution if after 5 year/60k warranty. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 61000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | WOODBURY, MN |
| VIN pattern | 1FTFW1ET0DFXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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