| Issue ID | 1229094 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10781953 |
| Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | F-250 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 18/09/15 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2015 powerstroke 6. 7 diesel engine has <15,000 miles. Hammering of engine at all speeds. Lasting less than 8-10 seconds in duration. According to tsb 15-0124 this is a valve and valve guide clearance issue that ford appears well aware of. Recommending major engine work to possibly fix design flaws. The loss of power during operation is dangerous. Vehicle has been in the shop for this issue. Powerstroke forums across country showing this to be a major issue with the 2015 6. 7 diesel engine with problems starting as early as 4,000 miles. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 13000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SEALY, TX |
| VIN pattern | 1FT7W2BT4FEXXXXXX |
| 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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| Vehicle speed | 65 |
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