NHTSA Complaint #11686402 — 2023 FORD F-150

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11686402
Vehicle	2023 FORD F-150
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 8, 2025
Date Filed	September 10, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Reported a burning oil/chemical smell to the Ford service center early August and was told nothing was wrong. 2 days ago same smell appeared accompanied with large amount of smoke while driving. Immediately stopped and found flames behind drivers side front tire in engine. Put out the fire ourselves with fire extinguisher and was towed to nearest Ford service center. Ford states was a mechanical issue with the front differential causing an oil to leak, cause metal shavings, and ignite in flames.

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