6 Annoying Issues with My F150 Lightning 

Its not "too late". Make a list of new-car issues (all of them), make a service appointment, and they should be happy to get all those fixed. The dealer gets paid to do these things.

All those issues can be taken care of by your dealer and warranty - if your dealer doesn't want to cover it, open a case with Ford. Even the door rattles, they'll take panels off and put felt and other items there to solve.

My Lightning had the same tab missing on the battery cover. I noticed it loose on the day I took possession of the truck. They swapped it out from another lightning on the lot. So far, my truck has been amazing. Love the features, and quiet while driving. Just had a big software update which makes the truck even better. Ford has definitely kept up with the updates and really made a great vehicle.

Helpful info! Finally an issue video that isn't "I wish it got 10,000 miles per charge and cost $9.95." 😂

All the issues you are experiencing should be dealer fixed don't do anything to it as they won't touch it after you glue it pull anything apart take it back complain you paid money 1000 miles is nothing I drive that in 3 days Might even be better that you not complain but tell him to fix it

Your videos are very helpful and I like your positive attitude. I'm at least a couple months behind you for my Lighting delivery (build week 8/22). Thank you for keeping us educated. Do hope Ford takes care of a few of those issues for you.

Great video. Glad to see somebody else who ordered an XLT. I'm taking delivery in the next few weeks of an XLT Standard Range, so I'll check and see if I have some of the same issues with the battery cover and the various rattles. For me the XLT is a great option because I want cloth seats and I'm not a fan of the 15" screen. I have the 15" screen on my Mach-E and it's a pain in the neck adjusting the HVAC and seat temperature without physical buttons.

As usual, the quality you're producing here is awesome. I love how objective you are, and all of these "gripes" are totally valid, especially when you consider how much the vehicle costs. Once you update your Lightning, can you make a video about the new full-screen android auto experience? I thought I saw on Twitter that that was becoming a reality soon.

You DESERVE to be able to “nick pick” it all. These trucks cost too much not to be perfect. Take it to the dealer!

I test drove my local dealers demo the other day. I noticed the same thing on the passenger side running board. Seemed like a really annoying problem for an $80k Lariat. My wife's pathfinder rear door did the same thing as the frunk did for you. My teenager was trying to force it shut. For the price you paid all of your complaints are definitely valid. Hopefully they are addressed for you. P.S. I literally laughed out loud at "Bob, the Asian kid is opening his frunk again!" 🤣

Just found your channel - AMAZING!! Subscribed. I’m not surprised there are so many bugs, but I am surprised at how many customers are having issues. Keep up the great work.

I subscribed to your channel after getting a few minutes into this video - which had been suggested in my feed. Great quality and very useful. I went to your channel to check out what else you've done, and watched the video about purchasing from the dealership in Frederick. I'm in the midwest but know someone who recently purchased a Bronco Sport at (I think) the same dealership in Frederick. Your positive attitude and outlook come through in the videos, and it's really helpful. It helps buyers think about the things that can go wrong or unexpected surprises with the vehicle and purchase process. I look forward to supporting your work. Thanks again.

Thanks for sharing. You're taking it pretty well. With the dealer upcharges of 2-10 percent over MSRP to have to wait 6 weeks to get an appointment is rediculous. Good luck with the truck in the future.

Damn man, like you are a Beta tester for Ford. Great video, thank you for your to the point review of your specific issues. At this price point these issues should not exist, though it seems Ford has gone from Quality being job one to Quantity being job one the past few years.

That running board is definitely covered under warranty if it's already warping like that, it's not "too late" just because you bought it. I'd take it back to the dealership and get it fixed.

Like all the others are saying.... it's not too late at all to bring it in and those issues are all covered. As a car owner, this is something you need to promote to new car owners! Any issues on a brand new car, within it's warranty is covered except for accidental damages or usual wear and tear (brake pads and such)

I have the lifting plastic issue on my passenger side running board as well. Dealer ordered the replacement part to fix it.

Could that front rattle be the missing clip from your 12V battery cover?

Thanks for sharing these concerns, it's good information to have as we wait for our first Lightning. Don't give up on any dealership and start fixing these things yourself! My dealer is awesome and they go above and beyond, but I have had lame duck dealers as well. Find a dealer close to you that will fix this stuff without the attitude. Stay away from homemade fixes that might void your warranty. Enjoy that new truck! I'm jealous........🙂

Excellent video, good things to look at when it arrives. I've been waiting on mine since June of 2021... I really hope Ford keeps their promise of providing the truck for the original MSRP promised as we roll into the 2023 model year. (I plan on ordering a Pro Trim)

Dude you have great quality!!! Just subbed. You should have many more subs

Thanks for the update

The rattle near the dash is actually your side mirror interior cover. Just pull it straight off. It’s tabbed. Then snap it back firmly in place. That rattle will stop.

Thanks for these updates 🙏 🙌

You justify your title very well. I see quality issues in most vehicles delivered now. Not just Ford. Not sure what happened with the manufacturing process? Ford must address all your issues via your dealer without a cost. Thanks for sharing

SEVLOG - you are able to HARD reset your FUD Lightweight by powering down , then Disconnecting the 12v battery , then reconnect the 12v battery , that should cycle the Frunk correctly.

That’s why vehicles have a bumper to bumper warranty. Use it! Great video

My wife has a 2021 Ram. No rattles. Hope Rams new EV trucks are as nice as hers

Thanks for posting. I appreciate a video about this.

For the creaking shouldn’t the dealer fix that? Thanks for making these vids!

Great video and content. Your production quality is excellent. Quick few questions. Have you taken yours on a road trip yet? If so, how many miles of range did you see on the highway? I've been trying to find reviews/videos about that, but have come up short. Keep up the good work!

I like your videos as you can tell I’m one of your subscriber. My reservation is sold out but M curious how much extra you pay for Lighting car insurance compared your ICE Ford pick up?

“Hey bob..” that was hilarious man, I like you 😂

Wow, what a lucky guy. He only had 6 issues on a new Lightning EV. At least it didn't burn....YET!

These issues are just the beginning, unfortunately.

Thanks for the review. I agree, that would annoy me as well. Im considering of buying this truck but still doubting the reliability of it. currently i drive a 2015 toyota tundra and ready for an upgrade.

Love the videos. Is your lightning pretty quiet while driving? I can hear a fair amount of road noise through my drivers door. Was told these trucks are quiet, just don’t feel like dealing with service.

I have run into the same issue with the frunk. Pretty annoying. The only other thing I've experienced is that the 2nd level of auto AC blows harder than the 3rd level.

I will never go back to a dealership, once that front tire hits a public street...... they're like "not our problem"

I have a similar issue with the driver's side running board. Mine has too much silicone underneath it and it's bubbled up. Appointment next week with dealership and also had 3 small scratches on the tailgate. Hopefully ford will resolve these issues.

Use that warranty as much as you can. Don’t do anything yourself. Not surprised by the issues you’re having. Hopefully you don’t have a major issue. I also wonder how you are dealing with charging

Thanks 🙏🏾 good video 👍🏾

Thanks for the video, it's so frustrating when you're stuck between the dealer and manufacture. I was about to pull the trigger on F-150 Lighting, but the more I do the research, makes me feel I should wait until the very basic issues are resolved, ford needs authority over dealer to repair minor flaw within days, not 6 weeks out.

Great video, minor but all really important issues

You can still take it to the dealer for ALL these things you mentioned. It's under warranty. None of these issues are "annoying" they are just regular assembly issues that go along with a vehicle being made 24/7 to meet demand. The dealer will fix ALL this stuff.

Well made vid homie

Thanks for this video! I'm still waiting for my truck, but this is good information to know. I would not give up on a dealer or Ford for that matter. These vehicles are pretty pricey and the quality supposed to be "Job 1". I would not do any self fix. I would work with the dealer and or Ford to get these issues addressed.

Take that to the dealer for the running board. There is no way they can blame you for messing that up lol

glad I'm aware of these issues for a truck i'll never be able to afford lol

I literally just watch all your videos. You got a good deal on your car! How is the range so far?

Subscribed - you need to keep buying EVs and reviewing, this content and style is fantastic.

You gotta be kidding 1000 miles and a few weeks those things should be covered!

4:20 Thank you for the video. I purchased a 2023 Platinum Lightning after visiting the dealer to buy the hybrid eco boost. Someone ordered and backed out, I’d never even heard of the Lightning and decided to give it a shot. After 6 months I have no regrets! I just need to lift it and put 35s on it and I’ll be set! One thing though… I have that annoying door rattle. Did you ever pinpoint or fix it?

I agree with others Ford will fix pretty much all your issues. I’m glad you didn’t get a Tesla, your list would be at 200 and growing daily.

If you have the issue with the Frunk not closing, use the manual pull in the cab to re-open it a little more and then you should be able to close it.

I hope you find the panel for $20 bucks. I'd say $100. All those issues are warranty, they will fix it. You have a 3 years 36000 Mike bumper to bumper warranty. Everything between the bumpers 👊😁👍🇺🇲

Thanks for brining this to us

Thanks for update... Dealer/Ford needs to fix all this for you...couple of weeks or not.

My running board is doing the same thing on the passenger side. Definitely a build quality issue. I would not try to fix. You have a number to bumper warranty. Let Ford replace it.

Hey @sevlog where’ve you been? Curious how day to day has been. Even if you don’t have too much to share please post how daily life in your XLT standard range has been or what you’ve been up to. Thanks! Love your content and bits of humor. Hope all is well.

Beautiful truck. I work at a Ford dealership in California. I am more than sure your dealership will take care of that running board. It is a faulty running board. As far as the panel on your 12 V cover. You can get them to replace that as well.

Sounds like you need to visit ford service. Great camera angles, are you a wedding photographer? 😂 jk. I’m subscribed to your other YT channel.

What's your actual mileage per charge would you or have you travel long distance ?

I see the Ford warped dash has made it to the running boards

Does your XLT have adaptive cruise control? Not a single video pauses on the steering wheel long enough to see the settings.

The frunk "ISSUE" is not an issue. All cars with automatic hoods or tailgates can get in a confused state. You just manually close (as you did) it won't hurt it.

“I like to close my door with my hands…” 😂😂😂 Thanks for posting, my kind of video.

I am having an issue with toggling the Brake Coach on and off. It always says it is on. I am wondering if maybe I am experiencing a similar issue with the OK button. Have you heard of this ? I have car seats with one seat buckled so I am going to try your trick of unbuckling it and getting a pop up.

I am sorry you are dealing with these issues. I have a Lightning too, but I have none of these problems.

I need to make a video of "2 issues I have with my 20 yr old Lightning at 118k miles". But seriously I got mine used from a Ford mechanic w 5k miles. Only problems I have are bc I let a mechanic do supercharger maintenance, and sort out electrical problems. They dropped me to only 8psi boost. I spent 8 months manually sorting out the random electrical shortcuts they lied about. I know most of the circuits by now bc I installed sound gear about 20 times (not all on the truck, all my vehicles get robbed for sound). I wouldn't buy one of these just because. Like problems at 1k miles? Ok maybe rough idle and few spark plugs at 78k miles. Ford has work to do. Go Lightning!

My biggest issues so far are with the app and the interface. Both are pretty clunky but should be easily solvable if they just put some effort into app dev. Honestly, they should have looked for devs with tesla app dev experience and tried to hire them.

Make a list, take to your dealer that should at least have the 3yr/36,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty. Squeeks and rattles can be very difficult find sometimes. You may have to take a test drive with the technician who will be assigned to repair your truck in order to properly identify/duplicate the rattles/noises (because some service writers are good for being vague on describing those concerns, e.g. " rattle in the dash and/or rattle in the drivers door" so the tech may hear something different from what you maybe hearing.) you're having so that they can find it and correct it. For your selection controls, im sure Ford has numerous software updates aka "reflashes" to both correct the "ok" button and for your front hood operation. As for your lower step the dealer will probably just glue it back down. The battery cover may been damaged during the PDI they should cover that too under warranty. Good luck with your new truck. Happy motoring.

my running board is doing the same thing. would love to see how you fix it

Nice video, I recently took delivery of my 22 Lightning Lariat and i love it so far so good. The only annoying thing is having to stop and charge while on the road, i drive alot for work so i usually stop 2xs a day to recharge but i guess i will get used to it. Anyways nice channel man keep up the great work.

As soon as I get mine I'm going to disable the cheese ball lights around the headlights.

I have the same issue with the rubber on the running board only on the drivers side. The other issues I haven't experienced in my truck. One odd issue that I do have is a popping sound coming from the speakers by the driver when the "engine" and ignition are off. Also I have big time issues with the Ford App. many times it doesn't register the status of the battery while charging, doesn't update the status of the truck when I sign on. I know it doesn't have anything to do with cell coverage as I park the vehicle outside in a good cell coverage area. Other than that I love the truck!

I also have a f150 lightning that was a leftover/mannequin. The battery door cover was also busted and the step bar plaatic/rubber cover is warped as well. But i do not have rattles

Hi. You look pretty in the driver seat.. nice. Would you give us an update on your Ford lightening? Will you consider purchasing a Toyota electric truck when it's available? Thanks.

I would recommend finding a Good independent Mechanic/Bodyworker, I’ve owned a dozen new cars and I don’t trust a dealership to even do Oil Changes any more. Consider the "warranty" to maybe pay for a new Transmission, beyond that, they will just frustrate you hoping you’ll go away. The thing is, there is Less stuff to go wrong with the Hardware, and software is Not a dealership issue, so that leaves switches, sensors, wiring etc. So a good EV Mechanic should have (access to) the Diagnostic gear needed. It’s important to interview your future mechanic, to make sure of a commitment to specializing in the future of EV’s. Cheers from San Diego

Most of that stuff should be covered. I would be surprised if your dealership does not take care of it.

The lightning that I looked at at the dealership here in Vermont had the same problem with the running board buckling up brand new truck the customer hadn’t even picked it up yet it is definitely an issue!

U wanna do a video of my 2004 rusty loud rattling Dakota? I think it would be a 4 hour video of all the annoying things 😅😊 there’s a new rattle every day!

Hey as long as your truck is under warranty, its not “too late” to address manufacturing flaws. If they tell you otherwise, you need a new dealer.

Cool truck with the issue. The running board is definitely covered by the warranty. You only noticed the door panel because it is so quiet. I bet in the door there is a little loose trash in it. Once you open it, it will fall out and problem solved.

Thanks you for posting this video 😮😮😮😮😮😮😊😊😊😊😊😊

Charge On!!!! Such a nice ring to it lol 😂 I have to live through you in these videos because $$$$ lol

Thanks for not making this 28 minutes long.

I have no issues to report with my Lightning yet. I have just three hundred miles on it. But my dealer said if I notice anything, bring it in and they will take care of it.

thanks COOP ...

Not sure where you live but how is the heater. Is it instant. I've heard it takes a minute to get warm

Yea, I just received mine last Thursday and my runner board is separating at well.

Opening the Fronk sounds like a Hot Pocket when done.. coming out of the microwave

I suppose the frunk acts the same as all the other electric rear hatches ford has in their lineup. You can stop it or force it with your hand and the electric strut will pause because of the pressure. But you manually close it and it resets, safety feature. Probably also can hold the close button on the frunk and manually open it to a certain height, release the button and it'll only open to that height the next time you press the button. The rest of it really doesn't have an excuse and Ford needs to take note and fix these issues.

I think you were very fair to the truck and these issues, although relatively minor, would be very annoying to me for this price.

@SEVLOG They should be able to replace it under warrenty under “fit for purpose”. If it is dodgy and has broken then it isn’t fit for purpose. Example had a hole in my floor carpet of my truck from where my foot sits when driving After a bout a year. I followed up with the dealer and they eventually agreed that the carpet should not wear out in a year from normal driving. So I would think the same with your plastic panel.

Annoying issue #1: Being on reservation since November and being told I will have to wait until next year at the earliest.

My issue is it's not even as efficient on long trips as gas trucks so whats the purpose of them except if you stay local?

1st model year car blues... never buy a car until its 3rd or 4th year

My local dealer has a Lariat Lightning 2022 on sale for $117,000. I said that is high. He said the demand is high. So they mark it up $40,000 or so. This is used with under 1000 miles. Is there something wrong here?

I have a 2001 lightning. Was really really mad that they turned the lightning into a EV. My main issue is that the lightning was supposed to be a sport truck/muscle truck. They cap the top speed to 105 and you won't be able to tow anything. No matter what they say. I don't have any issues with them making an EV just not taking the lightning name for what it was supposed to be used for. Plus not to mention the rip off it is. The closest truck that comes to old lightning is the shelby f150 super snake sport. That has 775 hp and you can tow plus go well over 100 mph. Right now they are having issues selling these things since they are all over lots. Paying over msrp is just wrong. I saw a tow review of the lightning and hummer and the lightning needed to charge once for 36 mins for a 165 mile trip. That's nuts. I once towed from sf to Las Vegas. In an EV it would be impossible