| Issue ID | 1476682 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11103776 |
| Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | F-150 |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| File date | 01/03/18 |
| Component | SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. While driving 20 mph, the contact heard a loud abnormal rattling noise emerging from the rear of the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the leaf springs were detached and caused the noise. An unknown local dealer was notified of the failure, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under a recall or warranty. The contact was referred to nhtsa. The failure mileage was 42,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 42000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | AIKEN, SC |
| VIN pattern | 1FTEW1CG2GFXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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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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| Vehicle speed | 20 |
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