Ford F-150 oil consumption class action lawsuit overview:
- Who: A group of Ford F-150 owners filed a class action lawsuit against Ford Motor Company.
- Why: The plaintiffs claim Ford F-150 trucks have an oil consumption defect.
- Where: The Ford class action lawsuit was filed in Michigan federal court.
A new class action lawsuit claims Ford Motor Company failed to disclose an oil consumption defect in certain F-150 trucks that causes the vehicles to consume engine oil at an excessive rate.
Plaintiffs Daniel Bryan and 11 others filed the class action complaint against Ford on Aug. 28 in Michigan federal court, alleging violations of state and federal consumer laws.
According to the Ford F-150 oil consumption lawsuit, 2018-2020 F-150 trucks have a defect that prevents the engine from maintaining proper oil levels, leading to premature wear, stalling and even failure.
Plaintiffs claim owners must monitor the oil level more frequently than recommended in the owner’s manual and add more oil to the engine than is typically required to keep the engine properly lubricated.
Ford allegedly knew about the defect but failed to disclose it to consumers
The class action lawsuit claims the company received numerous complaints about the issue and issued technical service bulletins to dealerships but failed to inform consumers or provide a suitable repair or replacement.
The plaintiffs say Ford’s marketing of the F-150 as a durable and dependable vehicle is misleading, alleging Ford’s actions have caused them to suffer financial losses, including out-of-pocket expenses for additional engine oil and repairs, and diminished the value of their vehicles.
As a result, the plaintiffs are suing for violations of state consumer protection laws and fraudulent concealment. They are seeking certification of the class action lawsuit, damages, fees, costs and a jury trial.
In August, Ford recalled more than 103,000 F-150 pickup trucks due to a potential defect in the rear axle hub bolt that could result in vehicle rollaway or a loss of drive power. A Ford recall in May was issued for 312,000 vehicles, including the 2025 F-150, Ranger, Expedition, Bronco and Lincoln Navigator models, due to a defect in the electronic power brake assist.
What do you think of the allegations made in this Ford F-150 oil consumption class action lawsuit? Let us know in the comments.
The plaintiffs are represented by E. Powell Miller, Dennis A. Lienhardt and Dana E. Fraser of The Miller Law Firm P.C.; Matthew D. Schelkopf and Joseph B. Kenney of Sauder Schelkopf LLC; Douglas J. McNamara and Madelyn Petersen of Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll PLLC; William H. Anderson of Handley Farah & Anderson PLLC; Jon Herskowitz of Baron & Herskowitz; and Steven G. Calamusa of Gordon & Partners P.A.
The Ford F-150 class action lawsuit is Bryan, et al. v. Ford Motor Company, Case No. 2:25-cv-12714-JJCG-KGA, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.
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180 thoughts onFord class action claims F-150 trucks have oil consumption defect
2018 F150 V8 using excessive oil, 30,600 miles. Transmission bangs in gear and bangs during shifts.
Yup have a pc of crap 2013 echoboost. No one could ever figure issue of low oil pressure. Changed sensor and numerous oil changes. Horrible vehicle. Turbo went out. Stay away. Thing will catch on fire and they won’t fix the issue.
2019 Ford F150. Purchased May 2021. Oil consumption issue – dealer charged me for an oil change and a longer dipstick. I apparently was the dipstick. Still have to add oil between changes. June 2024 – Cam Phaser issue. Repair bill $3,200.00. Still sounds like a lifter is knocking, but at least the check engine light is off now. Possible transmission issue upon starting the truck feels like the transmission is going to shift, out of the rear of the truck. Oh boy, another massive repair bill! How did I get so lucky??
I have a 2020 Ford F150. Check engine light came on. It was 1 quart low after just 500 miles. Also hard shifting. Add me to the lawsuit
I have a 2019 f150 that the transmission shifts hard sometimes and sometimes putting it in gear it clunks loud like it’s going to tear the rear end out.. would like to be added to the class action lawsuit also..
Yes , I have a 2019 f150 that uses excessive oil. Ford was made aware of this. Changed a dip tube/stick and sensor. Rear end clunk also.
I own a 2019 Ford F-150 XLT 3.5L 6 cylinder Ecoboost. I just had all the timing components changed, and also just replaced the oil filler cap and PVC valve due to DTC P04DB (Crankshaft Ventilation System). Sensor tube doesn’t appear damaged or cracked.
Due to the oil consumption issue, would I qualify to participate in the lawsuit?
Yes , I have a 2019 f150 that uses excessive oil. Ford was made aware of this. Changed a dip tube/stick and sensor. Rear end clunk also.
I would also like to know how I can join this class action suit. I have a 2020 F-150 Lariat, 127,000 miles, had it for a year now and it’s consuming/burning oil like crazy. Cat engine code has now turned on as well. Please keep us all updated on the suit, I’m located in GA
How do we hop in on this lawsuit … my 2019 has been a nightmare .. during covid they had it for almost 1.5 years “fixing” the issue that was never fixed .. now today was informed they have to replace my transmission at 188K miles ….