Does the 2012 Ford F-150 have any recalls?

The 2012 Ford F-150 has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with power train:automatic transmission.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2012 Ford F-150?

2429 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Ford F-150.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 Ford F-150?

There are 117 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Ford F-150.

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The 2012 Ford F-150 service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

Trims covered

Lariat Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
STX Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
XLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
XLT Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
King Ranch Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
SVT Raptor Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
FX2 Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
XL Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
XL Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
FX2 Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
FX4 Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
FX4 Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
XLT Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
SVT Raptor Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
STX Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Lariat Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
Harley-Davidson Edition Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
Platinum Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
XL Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door

Engines covered

6.2L 6210CC 379Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
5.0L 4951CC 302Cu. In. V8 FLEX DOHC Naturally Aspirated
3.5L 3496CC 213Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
3.7L 3726CC 227Cu. In. V6 FLEX DOHC Naturally Aspirated
3.7L 3726CC 227Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
5.0L 4951CC 302Cu. In. V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2012 Ford F-150 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V24800027/04/2016Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles ar

Consequence

An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly withou

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with upd

NHTSA #12V19000003/05/2012Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FED

Consequence

IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN THE DRIVER PUSH

Remedy

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE TRS AS NECESSARY, FREE O

NHTSA #12V19800003/05/2012Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 F-150 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 6, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 15, 2011. INCORRECT SOFTWARE FOR THE OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM M

Consequence

A FAILURE TO DEPLOY, FAILURE TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED, OR A DEPLOYMENT WHEN NOT INTENDED, INC

Remedy

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE OCSM FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RE

TSB #11031792

Harvest Program 25H05 Supplement #1 Certain 2011-2021 Model Year Vehicles Software Verification Harvest Program

TSB #11029052

Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the access

TSB #11026013

This is a proactive investigation program by Ford Motor Company to inspect a limited number of affected vehicles that are customer-owned. Ford is voluntarily conducting this program to evaluate the software currently installed on one or mor

TSB #11008948

While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln veh

TSB #11005305

This article supersedes TSB 22-2219 to update the Parts List and Service Procedure to clarify applicable steps by vehicle application. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 (non-Raptor) vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhib

TSB #10254138

All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini

TSB #10251951

Some 2011-2024 Mustang and F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit a tick tap and/or typewriter ticking noise at idle after an engine oil change. It is often referred to as typewriter noise because of its similarity to the so

TSB #10235153

For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification numbe

Showing the 8 most recent of 117 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20230213Component: SEAT BELTSCrash reported3 injured

Safety belts have become locked & unusable after a collision. The seat belts on the driver and front passenger side will not pull out from the retracted position. Vehicle was inspe

20160520Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured1 fatalities

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 FORD F-150. WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS PUSHED UND

20150123Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured1 fatalities

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE OF A SECOND VEHICLE CAUSING SIGNIFICANT

20181025Component: POWER TRAINCrash reported2 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD F-150. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO FIRST GEAR WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHI

Showing the 4 most serious of 2429 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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