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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FTEX15N1TKA10041 · Checked Nov 8, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 5

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1FTEX15N1TK•••••• 1996 Ford F-150

This build draws 2.7× more complaints than the average 1996 Ford F-150 build (5 vs 2).

5on this build
264on the model
141builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reported Service Brakes 2 Hydraulic 2 Electrical System 2 Power Train 1

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Vehicle Speed Control fire Jul 2008
1996 ford f150 pickup. Burned up setting in driveway
Service Brakes Sep 2004
I have previously submitted a complaint odi id number 10110013 dated 8-3-05. At this time, I will insist that a serious consideration be given to the wiring harness connected to the cruise control servo whereby- the horn is in play there!!! I am of course talking about recall…
Electrical System Sep 2004
1996 ford f150 fuse blown # 13 (in dash) brake light failure; speed control associated sensors. Local ford dealer serviced 9-27-04 @ $510.30 to diagnose situation and remedied by replacing the whole master cylinder where it was obvious that the switch from the speed control on…
Power Train Nov 1996
Overdrive solenoid failed
Service Brakes Oct 1995
Had to replace the pads and rotors on new vehicle 3 times. Tt

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FTEX15N1TKA10041 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.