How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2020 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 16 complaints in this category for the 2020 F-150, which is about 2% of the 727 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2020 F-150 suspension or wheels?

Yes. Recall 19V903000, reported December 18, 2019, covers 2020 F-150 trucks with 17-inch spare tires that could have been damaged during installation on the rim. Dealers replace the spare tire free of charge.

At what mileage do suspension problems typically show up on the 2020 F-150?

The median mileage at failure among reported suspension, wheels & tires complaints is 43,528.5 miles.

Have suspension failures on the 2020 F-150 caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this complaint category on the 2020 F-150 shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.

How does the 2020 F-150 compare to other years for this problem area?

The 2020 F-150 had 16 suspension, wheels & tires complaints (2% share), fewer than years like 2016 (72 complaints, 4% share) and 2018 (67 complaints, 3% share).

2020 Ford F-150 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2020 Ford F-150, about 2% of its 727 total complaints for the year. Owners commonly report ball joint failures, swollen or frozen lug nuts, and broken coil springs, with median failure mileage of 43,528.5 miles. One related recall (19V903000) covers spare tire damage.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 16; 2% of 727
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 43,529 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Front upper ball joints have failed suddenly, causing the wheel and knuckle to collapse, sometimes with no torque nut found on the joint.
Front and rear coil springs have cracked or snapped, in some cases while the truck was parked or driven at highway speed, causing loss of ride height or swerving.
Lug nuts on one or more wheels have become swollen or frozen to the point they could not be removed during routine service or tire rotation.
Lower control arm bolts have loosened, producing a loud rattling or grinding noise from the front suspension.
Front bearings have failed after the transfer case attempted to shift into 4WD while driving, sometimes requiring repeated replacement of the bearing and 4WD switch.

When 2020 Ford F-150 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 8, 2020, latest Sep 7, 2026.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2020 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2024 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2020 Ford F-150

NHTSA 19V903000Dec 18, 2019Suspension, Wheels & Tires33 vehicles
Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 trucks equipped with 17-inch spare tires. The spare tire could have been damaged when it was installed on the rim.
Risk: The damage can cause the tire to rapidly lose air pressure or detach from the wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S55.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by F-150 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200596 (9%)
200658 (10%)
200771 (15%)
200826 (7%)
200923 (7%)
201045 (5%)
201145 (2%)
201248 (3%)
201364 (2%)
201436 (2%)
201558 (3%)
201672 (4%)
201759 (4%)
201867 (3%)
201924 (2%)
202016 (2%)
202140 (4%)
202222 (4%)
202330 (7%)
20244 (2%)
20253 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2020 Ford F-150 have?: NHTSA lists 16 complaints in this category for the 2020 F-150, which is about 2% of the 727 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2020 F-150 suspension or wheels?: Yes. Recall 19V903000, reported December 18, 2019, covers 2020 F-150 trucks with 17-inch spare tires that could have been damaged during installation on the rim. Dealers replace the spare tire free of charge.
At what mileage do suspension problems typically show up on the 2020 F-150?: The median mileage at failure among reported suspension, wheels & tires complaints is 43,528.5 miles.
Have suspension failures on the 2020 F-150 caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this complaint category on the 2020 F-150 shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.
How does the 2020 F-150 compare to other years for this problem area?: The 2020 F-150 had 16 suspension, wheels & tires complaints (2% share), fewer than years like 2016 (72 complaints, 4% share) and 2018 (67 complaints, 3% share).