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2009 Ford F-150 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 324 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Ford F-150.

2
recalls
324
owner complaints
28
complaints mentioning a crash
8
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2009 Ford F-150 recalls

Structure: body, door

NHTSA campaign 11V049000 · reported February 1, 2011 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 280,946 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 f-150 vehicles manufactured from january 18, 2008, through november 30, 2009. The interior door handle housing embossment retaining the interior door handle spring may fracture during normal usage resulting in insufficient spring force to return the handle to the fully stowed position.
The risk
In the event of a side impact crash, the door handle spring can fail causing the door latch to open.
The fix
Owners will be initially notified and instructed to take their vehicles to a ford or lincoln/mercury dealer if any interior door handle is loose or fails to return to the stowed position after activation for replacement of the affect module. Once parts become available, owners will be renotified and instructed to take their vehicles to a ford or lincoln/mercury dealer for inspection of each interior door handle. Depending on the results of the inspection, the dealer will either add a spring embossment reinforcement or replace the interior door handle module free of charge. The safety recall began on february 10, 2011. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch

NHTSA campaign 09V150000 · reported May 5, 2009 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 8,735 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford is recalling 8,735 my 2009 f-150 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the brake stop lamp switch may be improperly adjusted. This may result in a delay in brake stop lamp illumination when the brake pedal is depressed. In situations of very mild brake application, the brake stop lamps may not illuminate.
The risk
Delay or loss of brake stop lamp function may increase the risk of an accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and have the brake stop lamp switch removed and reinstalled which will provide proper adjustment. The remedy will be performed free of charge. The recall began on may 13, 2009. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332 or through the internet at www.ownerconnection.com.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 8, 2026 · Electrical system

This vehicle has been a lemon ever since we purchased it new. To start the 3rd brake light would always leak during rain and ruined the headliner took it back to andy mohr ford were we purchased approx 25 times for this issue. Then we have had oil leaks about a year after purchase and it still leaks. Third the fender…

Jan 6, 2026 · Engine · 201,000 miles · fire reported

The contact's son owned a 2009 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while approximately 10 MPH, he observed smoke emanating from the glove box and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact steered the vehicle to the side of the road, and he observed a small fire by the accelerator pedal. The contact…

Dec 5, 2025 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 129,000 miles

The contact owns a 2009 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. Additionally, the ABS and TPMS warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle slowed down; however, the brake pedal…

Jun 20, 2025 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 183,000 miles

The contact owns a 2009 Ford F-150. The contact stated while 45 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and waited for towing assistance to tow the vehicle to the residence. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle…

Jun 6, 2025 · Service brakes

My pickup truck at only 23 thousand miles in the engine, it's module went bad and brake and ABS lights came on on the dashboard. I took the car to the dealer and they said that I have to replace it and they are charging me 5,400 dollars. They said that some 2009 F150 module were bad from factory, but there's not…

F-150 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2006 45855818
2007 24884013
2008 13693912
2009 2324288
2010 18432335
2011 62,1934619
2012 41,7844014

Across all years, the 2013 F-150 has the most complaints (2,992). All Ford F-150 years →

Questions

Does the 2009 Ford F-150 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Ford F-150, the most recent reported on February 1, 2011 (Structure: body, door). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford F-150?
Owners have filed 324 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (54 complaints), followed by electrical system (46).
How many 2009 Ford F-150 complaints mention a crash or fire?
28 of 324 complaints report a crash and 8 a fire; 21 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 8, 2026.