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Problems with 2016 Ford F-150 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

On average, the 2016 Ford F-150 starts to “feel” problems with the LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES and its various aspects after 12 150 miles.

Recently reported LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES problems on 2016 Ford F-150

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v652000 (latches/ locks/linkages) and 18v568000 (seat belts, structure). the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. lamarque ford (3101 williams blvd, suite f, kenner, la 70065, (504) 443-2500) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact stated that the driver's side door latch failed to operate properly. nye ford (1479 genesee st, oneida, ny 13421, (888) 769-0937) indicated that the vehicle was repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages) on december 3, 2018; however, the remedy failed to prevent the door from unlatching and opening without warning. the dealer indicated that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed and that the contact would need to have the latch replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. the contact received the recall notice in october of 2018. mclaughlin ford (950 n main st, sumter, sc 29150) was contacted and stated that they would order the parts. the manufacturer was not contacted. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect. *tt consumer bought truck from a private owner. consumer has reported a recall on oct 2018 but still has not received an appointment.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v767000 (seats) and 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages). the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. lafayette ford lincoln (5202 raeford rd, fayetteville, nc 28304, (910) 613-6272) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was not notified. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f150. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages). the contact spoke with marysville ford (15900 smokey point blvd, marysville, wa 98271, (360) 659-4000) on three different dates and was advised that parts were not available to complete the recall repair. on april 2, 2017, the contact stated that the door latches failed and the vehicle could not be unlocked. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was contacted and stated that parts would become available in six months. the failure mileage was 40,000. vin tool confirms parts not available. *tt

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact called the dealer (landers ford, 2082 w poplar ave, collierville, tn 38017, (901) 854-3600) concerning a recall for the air bags and the door latches, the dealer provided a date to schedule an appointment three weeks out. the contact was able to provide nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages) but was unable to provide a nhtsa campaign number for the air bag recall as the vin was not available. the manufacturer was contacted but offered no further assistance. the contact had not experienced a failure.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired by an unknown dealer per nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages) on january 4, 2018; however, the repair did not correct the failure. the contact was unable to securely latch or unlatch all the doors. the manufacturer was made aware that the repair did not correct the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 26,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v767000 (seats) & 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. darling's ford volkswagen audi in bangor, maine was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages). the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. parker ford lincoln in coeur d'alene, idaho was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. while the vehicle was stationary, the driver's door would not open when prompted with a key fobik or keyed entry. the dealer and manufacturer were made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 30,800. parts distribution disconnect. *tt *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v526000 (seat belts), 17v767000 (seats), and 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the parts needed for the repair were not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the vehicle was taken to richmond ford lincoln (4508 w broad st, richmond, va 23230, (804) 358-5521), but the parts were not available for the repair. the manufacturer was not contacted. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages) and 18v568000 (seat belts, structure). the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. the contact called bill knight ford at (918) 526-2400 (located at 9607 s memorial dr, tulsa, ok 74133) and was informed that parts were not available. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. while attempting to enter the vehicle, the door latches became inoperable. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages). the part for the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the local dealer (george coleman ford; 47 plaza drive, travelers rest, sc 29690) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the failure mileage was approximately 12,000. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the contact called astorg ford lincoln of parkersburg at (304) 485-8585 located on 2028 7th st, parkersburg, wv 26101 where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the contact called a local dealer (cornerstone ford chrysler dodge jeep ram, 17219 us-10, elk river, mn 55330, (763) 441-2300) and was notified that the parts were on backorder. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and did not assist. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer (kisselback ford, 1118 13th st, st cloud, fl) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages). the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer (copper country ford, 47402 m-26, houghton, mi 49931) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was not contacted. the contact had not experienced a failure. vin tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the part was not yet available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was notified. the contact had not experienced a failure. vin tool confirms parts not available. the consumer stated issue was resolved. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer (champion ford, 1114 us-30, carroll, ia 51401) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was not contacted. the contact had not experienced a failure. vin tool confirms parts not available. *bf consumer stated drivers side door does not close (sometimes) if door is slammed it closes. updated 8/27/18*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages). the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. brighton ford (8240 grand river ave, brighton, mi 48114 (810) 227-1171) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the contact stated that water entered the door. the failure mileage was unknown. vin tool confirms parts not available.

2016 ford f-150 xlt. consumer writes in regards to defective rear door latch. *ld the consumer stated the driver's side door latch was lightly touched causing it to swing open. the consumer fell forward and grabbed the steering to prevent from falling into some rocks and a creek. the consumer received an injury to the shoulder. medical attention was not needed. updated 11/24/2017*js

Door locks frozen - can't secure driver's door while driving... it's 24 degrees this morning. dry, no rain. i hit the fob to open the driver's door. it opens. i hop in the truck. i start the motor. the rectangular warning screen appears. "driver's door ajar", or something like that. i attempt to close the door again. it will not secure. i checked to make sure nothing is caught in the jam. looks good. door will not secure. so, i had to drive the truck with my right hand across my lap to hold the door closed. once at my destination, i hopped out and attempted to close the door. it just bounces and will not secure. well, i hit the fob to lock it and low and behold, it locks. the truck is now locked and secure, but it won't unlock. i can't get in it. i guess it is now frozen in the locked position. i'm stranded. *tr

2016 ford f150 4 door, rear doors do not latch, wife was at dealer and three others were in for the same problem. the doors appear to close but do not latch. an adult or child could easily fall out. please issue a national recall as soon as possible. dealer said parts were on "back order" and expect repair parts in february. contact family ford, enfield,ct--860-745-1111. i am career-federal. *tr

Door locks freezing in cold temperatures, unable to enter vehicle, also doors wont latch closed in freezing temperatures, have to hold door closed while driving. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact stated that the vehicle doors failed to remain closed. the contact had to secure the doors with the seat belts. in warmer weather, the doors functioned normally and would securely close. the contact stated that the failure was similar to the symptoms listed in nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages). the dealer (imperial ford, 8 uxbridge rd, mendon, ma 01756, (888) 814-8373) diagnosed the failure and extended the contact's warranty while they figured out a solution. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred when the weather became cold. the manufacturer was notified. the contact was unable to contact the case manager who was assigned by the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 20,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact stated that the latch on the driver's door became inoperable. the failure occurred in the winter months. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages). the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the local dealer (freedom ford wv, 501 mary jane wood circle, university town centre, morgantown, wv 26501) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. the failure mileage was approximately 5,000. parts distribution disconnect. *tt *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. in cold weather, the front driver side door was difficult to open and failed to latch. the contact was required to secure the door from the inside in order for the door to not open while driving. the failure occurred only during cold weather conditions. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the front driver side door latch, the front driver and passenger shields, and the front driver and passenger rods needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired due to the parts not being available. the contact mentioned that it had been two weeks since the parts were ordered and were not available for the repair. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 13,000. the vin was not available.

During temperatures below freezing (32 f) one or more of the door locks and/or latches will freeze and become inoperable. power lock buttons will not function to unlock the door and door handles will not open the doors (from the outside). doors have to be unlocked from the inside, by manually cycling the pull knob multiple times to loosen the frozen lock. frozen door latches are only able to be opened from the inside (using the inside handles). at times, the frozen door locks and latches will not re-secure the doors and the doors will not lock or the latch will not secure and the door will remain unsecured/open and/or unlocked. twice i have had the doors pop open while driving. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. while driving 40-45 mph, the driver's door independently opened. after numerous attempts and approximately 30 minutes later, the door latched. the failure occurred without warning. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 800. updated 01/25/2017*ct

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. the contact stated that the doors to the vehicle became inoperable. the failure occurred both while the vehicle was being driven and while parked. the vehicle was taken to evergreen ford lincoln (1500 18th avenue nw, issaquah, wa 98027) where it was diagnosed that the door latch actuation cable failed and needed to be replaced. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkages). the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the local dealer could not confirm when the parts would be available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. the failure mileage was approximately 200. vin tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford f-150. while the vehicle was stationary and driving various speeds, the driver's side door latch malfunctioned. the contact stated that the driver's door would not close when prompted and remained opened while driving. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 700.

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