Ford LCF Problems by Year

We compared every Ford LCF model year from 2006 using 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 3 recalls and federal defect investigations. No LCF year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

1model years
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Complaints by model year

20062
Owner complaints per model year, Ford LCF. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
20062—3Fuel SystemFew

* Complaints compared with the median LCF year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Ford LCF problems

  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2006
    150%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2006
    150%
  • Engine & coolingworst: 2006
    150%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2006
    150%

Latest Ford LCF recalls

Trailer hitches

NHTSA recall 08V-344 · Jul 28, 2008 · 108 vehicles

Knapheide is recalling 108 my 2006-2008 pro series truck beds equipped with an icc bumper which included a provision for a ball hitch. There May be an insufficient weld attaching the hitch channel to the supporting structure.

Remedy: Knapheide will offer two remedies to its customers: (1) for those customers who do not use the hitch, the hitch will be removed from the truck bed and replaced with an icc bumper; or (2) for those customers who need a…

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel

NHTSA recall 06V-471 · Dec 12, 2006 · 5,028 vehicles

On certain low cab forward chassis trucks, the unsealed injection pressure regulator connector is exposed to the outside environment due to its location on the back of the engine and the engine's location in the vehicle. The connector has a heat insulation sleeve that May retain water around the connector.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the injection pressure regulator connector, inspect for corrosion, and replace the heat insulation. If corrosion is present, the connector will be replaced.

Structure

NHTSA recall 05V-521 · Nov 9, 2005 · 2,488 vehicles

On certain medium duty chassis cabs, the cab entry step platforms on either side of the vehicle May crack during normal use.

Remedy: Dealers will install reinforcement brackets on both cab entry step platforms. The recall began on December 1, 2005. Owners May contact Ford at 1-800-343-5338.

All 3 Ford LCF recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Ford LCF should you avoid?

None of the Ford LCF years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Ford LCF problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the fuel & propulsion system (1), electrical system (1) and engine & cooling (1). Fuel System complaints peak in the 2006 model year.

How many recalls has the Ford LCF had?

3 recalls across 2006. The model year with the most is 2006. See all Ford LCF recalls by year.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.