NHTSA Complaint #11565933 — 2023 FORD F-150

The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance system engaged while there was no other vehicle nearby. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle turned off temporarily while driving on the same day. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The dealer performed several software updates: however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance system engaged while there was no vehicle nearby. The contact stated that the vehicle turned off temporarily later that day. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle back to the dealer, and to contact the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.