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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FTRF12266NB71941 · Checked Nov 13, 2026
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1FTRF12266N•••••• 2006 Ford F-150

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Most reported Electrical System 3 Service Brakes 1 Hydraulic 1

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Electrical System Jan 2015
Vehicle started losing power and unable to run correctly. Took to garage and fuel pump drive module was rusted with circuits being exposed to the salt and moisture elements where there was a large hole in back of unit. New one was installed with spacers to help prevent salt and…
Service Brakes Apr 2006
Gas pedal to brake is a 3" lift from gas pedal than apply brakes on new f-150 w/5 speed transmission,this increases time to stop over one second. Also the accessory 12v port for phones or ipods etc doesn't shut-off when key is removed,possibly causing a vehicle fire if left…
Electrical System Jun 2010
The contact owns a 2006 ford f150. The contact stated that the LED display for the odometer malfunctioned intermittently. Ford stated that would repair the vehicle for $500. The contact was concerned about the safety risk. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000

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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 1FTRF12266NB71941 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.