Ford F-150 Generation 3 (2009–2014)

Ford F-150 Generation 3 (2009–2014) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Ford F-150 — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
Generation 1 1997–2003
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Generation 2 2004–2008
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Generation 3 2009–2014
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P552 2015–2020 2018
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P702 2021–present 2024
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Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the F-150

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
Ford 5.0L V8 (Windsor & Coyote) 1981–2027 37 models 1,093
Ford 5.4L Triton V8 1997–2019 26 models 997
Ford 4.6L Modular V8 1997–2010 17 models 768
Ford 3.5L V6 (Cyclone & EcoBoost) 2011–2027 18 models 580
Ford 4.9L (300) I6 1981–2022 37 models 380
Ford 5.8L (351) Windsor V8 1981–2015 24 models 377
Ford 4.2L 6-cylinder 1997–2008 8 models 306
Ford 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (Nano) 2015–2026 6 models 219
Ford 7.5L (460) V8 2016–2022 44 models 98
Ford 6.6L 6-cylinder 2018–2023 12 models 81
Ford 2.9L 6-cylinder 2013–2016 20 models 76
Ford 3.0L V6 (Vulcan & Duratec) 2002–2021 22 models 70
Ford 7.0L 8-cylinder 1995–2026 35 models 64
Ford 3.3L 6-cylinder 2018–2023 8 models 53
Ford 2.3L EcoBoost I4 2011–2013 35 models 41
Ford 3.7L 6-cylinder 2011–2014 7 models 34
Ford 6.2L Boss V8 2010–2014 9 models 21

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About this generation

The twelfth-generation F-150 was introduced for the 2009 model year as an update of the Ford full-size truck platform. Similar to its predecessor, these trucks are distinguished by their Super Duty–style grilles (adding a third horizontal bar) and Edge/Expedition-style headlights. Regular Cab models now have two doors again instead of four from the last generation. The manual transmission was dropped for the first time, and the Flareside bed was continued until the end of 2009 (thus making it the very last factory stepside-style pickup truck to date).

Outside of Mexico, the Lincoln Mark LT was replaced by the F-150 Platinum. A new model for 2010 included the SVT Raptor, a dedicated off-road model. Initially only available in a SuperCab configuration, a SuperCrew was added for 2011. For the 2011 model year, Ford shifted its electronics from a general electric module base to the computerized and programmable body control module, allowing for fewer parts differences and programmable upgrade options from the dealer or factory.

As part of a major focus on fuel economy, the entire engine lineup for the F-150 was updated for the 2011 model year. Ford reintroduced the 5.0L V8 in the F-Series with its new Coyote dual overhead cam TiVVT engine producing up to 360 hp. The F-150 also gained a new 3.7L base V6 engine, and a powerful twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6, dubbed EcoBoost. A six-speed automatic transmission became the only version. Other modifications include the addition of a Nexteer Automotive electric power steering system on most models.

A recent study conducted by iSeeCars.com and published on the Ford Motor Company website listed the Ford F-250 Super Duty as the longest-lasting vehicle and Expedition, Explorer, and F-150 among the top-20 longest-lasting vehicles.

Source: Wikipedia — Ford F-Series — Twelfth generation (2009–2014), CC BY-SA.

Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2009 2 324 Vehicle Speed Control, Electrical System, Engine
2010 1 2,534 Electrical System, Power Train, Engine
2011 6 6,411 Power Train, Engine, Steering
2012 4 5,151 Power Train, Engine, Steering
2013 3 8,388 Power Train, Engine, Service Brakes
2014 8 4,086 Power Train, Service Brakes, Engine

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

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