2019 Ford F-150 Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 107 Electrical System complaints for the 2019 Ford F-150, 8% of its 1,327 total complaints for the year. Owners reported fires, battery/power loss, and headlight/DRL malfunctions, with a median mileage at failure of 35,508 miles. Three related recalls cover headlight software and battery cable connections.
- Electrical System complaints
- 107
- 8% of 1,327
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 5
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 35,508 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Owners report the truck catching fire near the battery or engine compartment, sometimes while parked or after routine service.
- Some describe smoke or sparks starting under the hood on the passenger side near the battery, occasionally following an electrical system error logged by the FordPass app.
- Several owners report the vehicle losing all electrical power intermittently, with the key fob and remote start failing to respond before power returns on its own.
- Owners describe the automatic headlight system flashing high beams at oncoming traffic or failing to produce adequate light at night.
- Some report the Daytime Running Lights or dome/cargo lights staying on unexpectedly, along with alarm systems triggering repeatedly for no apparent reason.
- One owner reported the rear sliding glass window shattering during remote start use and igniting the defroster.
When 2019 Ford F-150 electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 4, 2018, latest Sep 20, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2019 Ford F-150
- NHTSA 26V373000Jun 9, 2026Electrical System91,198 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V097. When the headlight switch is turned from "Autolamps" to "Headlamps On," the Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) may remain fully bright instead of dimming to parking lamps as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Daytime Running Lamps that do not dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: ,Dealers will reprogram the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C28. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
- NHTSA 20V097000Feb 21, 2020Electrical System166,196 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from the "Autolamps" switch position to "Headlamps On." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
- NHTSA 19V805000Nov 12, 2019Electrical System135,725 vehicles
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and braking or steering assist. The engine could also stall.
Risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S40.
Electrical System complaints by F-150 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many 2019 Ford F-150 owners complained about electrical problems?
- NHTSA lists 107 Electrical System complaints for the 2019 F-150, which is 8% of the 1,327 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2019 Ford F-150 electrical system?
- Yes. There are three related recalls: campaign 19V805000 for a loose battery cable/power distribution box fastener, campaign 20V097000 for headlight software reprogramming, and campaign 26V373000 for a follow-up headlight/DRL software fix on trucks previously repaired under 20V097.
- At what mileage do 2019 F-150 electrical problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 35,508 miles for Electrical System complaints on this model year.
- Did the 2019 F-150 electrical issues cause fires or injuries?
- NHTSA data for this component and year shows 5 fires, 1 crash, and 1 injury among the reported complaints.