2015 Ford F-150 8-Year Review
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- čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
- Sharing my experiences with my 2015 F-150 Platinum after 8 years of ownership. Would I buy it again?
0:00 Intro
0:37 Ordering
1:48 Total mileage
2:18 Specs
3:10 5.0 V8 engine
5:15 Initial problems
5:40 3.73 axle for towing
6:08 Fuel economy
7:16 Forscan updates/changes
8:40 Power running boards
9:10 Massaging seats
9:35 Heated/cooled seats
10:50 Heated steering wheel
11:30 Sound of the 5.0 engine
12:00 Aluminum body
13:20 Interior comfort and ride quality
14:18 6-speed transmission
15:15 Towing
15:48 6.5’ Bed
16:45 Aluminum wheel corrosion
19:10 Engine smoothness
19:30 Parallel parking assist
21:23 Panoramic moonroof
22:50 Auto 4WD
23:33 Trailer backup assist
24:25 Conclusion - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Great review,beautiful truck…well done 👍🏻
This is an awesome review. real world opinion at its finest. thanks for making this video.
Thanks so much for the kind words. Glad I was able to share my experience. It’s amazing how much I still love this truck after almost 9 years.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Thank you for making this. Im on the hunt for a (somewhat) older truck right now that I can do some light modifications to for soft roading and of course to daily driver. The Toyota Tacoma markups are insane, so I'm looking at older F150's, Nissan Frontiers, and even a Gen 1 Ridgeline. Reviews like these really help a ton!
Excellent review! you have the exact truck i have but i have the xlt chrome pack. i just got it and you have the best review i have seen. thank you!
Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching.
@Everyday ATV what maintenance do you do every year on it?we live in the same place and drive about the same. Just curious about your routine. Any fluids need replaced more often than others?
@@awall2468 I just make sure I change the oil every 3k. I use Mobil-1 but the OEM Motorcraft synthetic blend is great too. The rear diff fluid was replaced when they fixed the gasket leak. Trans fluid was changed at 30k with my occasional boat towing.
At 60k I’ll have the front diff fluid changed along with the transfer case. I’ll have them flush the coolant and brake fluid too. The OEM battery lasted 7.5 years 👍
Great video! I'm an Ecoboost guy but I respect your ride and decision!
Thanks and likewise.
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I take delivery of a used 2017 Supercrew 157 5.0 6spd tomorrow. Couldn't afford new so extremely well maintained used had to do. 80,000 miles on it, looks like showroom new. I'm praying for a min 150,000 miles more. I fell in love with the truck the minute I drove it. Anyways, really enjoyed going along for a ride with you and hearing all about your experiences with the truck. Nicely done! 😊
Very happy for you….you will love the truck!!! I can’t tell you how happy I am having gone with the bigger 6.5’ box. Yes parking is a little more challenging but well worth the extra carrying capacity, not to mention I think the longer bed just makes the truck look nicer from the side view. There rear wheel wells are nicely centered in the bed. Couple of suggestions…I love the Forscan programming changes I made which includes the coolant and trans digital temp readings, eliminating the annoying horn double honk when exiting the truck with the engine running and being able to have the fog lights remain on when switching to high beams. I may do a follow up video on how I did those. Also if you have to get a tonneau cover, do not get one from BakFlip. I did a whole video on mine and absolutely hate it.
Best of luck with the new ride and if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out here.
Thanks for watching and commenting and congrats on the new ride!!!
I have a ‘16 black XLT version of that body/engine combo. 5.0 is a great engine, I regularly tow a 9000lb trailer with no issues except a failed transmission output shaft speed sensor at 50k miles- fixed under warranty. Great truck!
Sweet. Great to hear!!
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this is a great video. i am looking to get a used F150 2015-2019. i dont want to spend much money because i really plan on hooking it up with tires and subs like my current jeep. after watching this video a 2015 -2016 might be perfect. that looks pretty new to me even after 8 years. this video was very helpful
Glad to help. The 2015-2017 with the 5.0 had 385hp and had the 6-speed transmission. In 2018 they did the facelift with new headlights and taillights. The 5.0 also went up to 395hp and used the new 10-speed transmission.
If you like the metallic black paint (tuxedo black), that was only on the 2015’s and in 2016 they switched to the flat black (shadow black). They also introduced the trailer assist for backing up a trailer starting in 2016.
Hope that helps. Thanks for the comments and for watching.
@@EverydayATV Hey man, I actually bought a 2015 lariat 5.0 v8. OMG i love this freaking truck. it has high miles but i have every service record all serviced at a ford dealer, then traded in there. Its had every single required service for the life of the vehicle. I also love the interior. its super comfortable. I did change out all the door speakers speakers with the powerbass plug and play speakers, stuff the subwoofer with poly and i upgraded to the sync 3 system. The system is amazing now. Your video definitely helped me pull the trigger.
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@@maxtap1 that is awesome!!! Congrats and best of luck with it. Glad I could help. I would by another one in a heartbeat and once again with the 5.0 👍
Just did a 3 hr road-trip with it the other other. The bed was totally filled with stuff as was the back seat area with the seats folded up. 3 hrs felt more like a half hour 😉
I have a 2015 f150 5.0 platinum with 143k and no mechanical issues besides my water pump that started leaking at 140k, so pretty much no mechanical issues but all the fancy stuff is falling apart lol power running boards, power towing mirrors, driver door hinge is bad as well, just replaced tailgate hinge as well, auto sensing wipers stopped working, im just glad the truck still runs really strong and havent leave me stranded,
I have a 2015 Lariat Ecoboost 4x4 that I ordered with 120K miles. It’s been ok, but I worry about the turbos. Towed my travel trailer 30K miles. Ordered with max tow package, big folding tow mirrors and 36 gallon tank. Extended warranty more than paid for itself after 5 years when replacing a big tow mirror and bad exhaust manifold. The turbos would get very hot towing up mountains. It’s a city truck now after getting my 2023 F250 diesel recently.
I bet the turbos would get hot towing uphill…they’re doing their job though.
Congrats on the new Super Duty.
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Just bought an ‘19 Lariat. 3.5 EB and man it plain boogies… Every option but the sunroof I have two little boys I liked the safety factor of a normal roof slightly better don’t know if it would make a difference but it gives me a little more confidence in a rollover. Got it @ 69K miles only one issue so far after 3k miles was the IWE vacuum tubing and check valve trying to lock my truck into 4WD at low speeds. Dealer took care of it for me I absolutely love my f150. It’s black and in the rain my goodness she’s a beauty.
I have a 2016 xlt extended cab 5.0 with the 6 speed auto trans (6r80). It's been a great truck, no major issues just normal maintenance. I've got 106k on it. Last year it towed my 7x16x4 big Tex dump trailer a lot, sometimes with a good bit of weight it in. It did ok. I have a 2000 f350 with the 7.3l diesel now so my 150 is mostly just a daily driver now. I love the truck
I have a 2015 Lariat 3.5 Ecoboost 4x4 with 194K We love the space and features. It sits very comfortably. I do worry about the turbos, and direct injection, and the valves getting caked up. So far so good. I did have warranty work done on the cam phasers, chains and O2 sensor. Also my chrome wheels do have some pealing around the edges.
Glad to hear the truck has been great for you too, especially with those amount of miles. That’s awesome!! I may have to have the cam phasers checked on my next oil change, as I hear a little bit of ticking at idle after a warm restart when the truck has been sitting for a half hour or so after being driven. 🤞it’s not something serious.
Thanks for watching and commenting. I wish you continued good luck with yours 👍
Beautiful truck
I’ve got a 2016 XLT 4X4 that I bought brand new with the 2.7 with just over 100,000 miles. I’ve only changed the plugs in once and have no issues. I plan on keeping because it’s been so dependable.
Glad to hear your good experience 👍
Thanks for commenting and watching.
I have,2016 5.0l love it !!!
Thank you for the video. May i ask what line of work you were in, and what you would suggest for someone looking for a career?
I have the same truck! 4x4 not fx4 and 3.55 gears. The only issues I've had are the sunroof leaking sometimes and the radio not picking up stations. I'm the second owner and love it.
I have a 16 with the 5.0 4x4 and love it
Great Review! I have an 11 6.2L Platinum. Love that engine!
Thinking of moving to a 15+. Also have trashed AL wheels. What can you do :(. Looking for a product that can strip the clearcoat and I can polish them.
Thanks, much appreciated. Thanks for watching 👍
5.0!oh yeah!!
What a beautiful truck
8 years and it looks like new
I owned 16 lariat,black ,5.0…loved it but traded it for 22 at 310.000 km
Thanks. Wow that’s 200k miles on the 5.0. That’s great to hear. I’m sure my low mileage helps the looks but it does sit outside all year and that includes Midwest winters. Congrats on the ‘22. Which engine did you go with this time around?
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@@EverydayATV I did regular oil changes and rest was nothing more than wear and tear
Thank you I enjoy my new one and 5.0 again I went with 👍🏻
The heated wheel temperature can be adjusted within the foresight program. I cant remember at this ti.e which module. Great video!!!
Thanks for the kind words. I’ll have to go back into the Forscan software and see if I can find that. I still have to go back into it, as I want to change the momentary lane change flash from default of 3 flashes to 4.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Oh I remember that sound in moonroof and what I would do is i would open and close it to kinda put it into a place
Been searching for weeks and your video answered every single one of my questions. Thank you. Any chance you would ever sell this truck? I would love to have a truck like yours with such low mileage. Again, great in depth video and talking about both good and bad experiences.
Thanks for the kind words. Planning on hanging onto this one for at least a few more years, especially since it’s still like brand new. I’d I were to buy another, I’d basically get the same truck, same platinum trim and also the 5.0 again. Problem is I’d have to cough up a lot of money to make the move to a newer one and half of the luxury features that would normally be on the platinum are not available at this time because of supplier shortages. I’ve seen videos from a dealership down south that says massaging seats, heated wheel and park assist are not available. In that case, I’d for with a Lariat instead but I’m totally happy with this one. Not sure if I would go with the 5.5’ box next time instead of the 6.5’ that I have now. Yea it would be easier to park and maneuver but the longer box has come in handy so many times, especially with the ATV in the bed and I think the longer box just makes the truck look nicer overall.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
@@EverydayATV I completely agree with you. That is definitely the better decision. I live in south Texas and have been looking for a platinum for quite some time now. I’ve been told that exact thing probably 10 times. You have a heck of a truck and it looks amazing even after all these years. I was on the fence about the 5.0 but your video reinforced everything I was saying to myself. Next truck will 100% be a 15-16 Platinum with the 5.0
Excellent .
Bought a 2015 Lariat FX4 in Tuxedo Black with the 5.0. Been a pretty good truck on the whole. Transmission cooler lines, Water Pump, and Rear Brakes and Cables have had to be replaced. Normal Tune up and Fluid changes. Always ran Synthetic 5w20. Have the 3.31 gears instead of 3.73, kinda miss the low end launch, but on the highway the mpg and powerband is great. Only complaint is the sound system is average at best, my 2002 Super Duty sound system was considerably better. Have a custom dual exhaust to hear the 5.0 and that made the truck better to me. Thanks for the video.
Glad to hear you’ve had pretty good luck. Totally love the Tuxedo Black, which was only available in ‘15. I’m at 60k miles now. Just finished a 200 mile roadtrip today. Cruise set at 72mph with the A/C on and the 6.5’ bed fully loaded and still got 21 mpg. Engine was running right around 2k rpm. At my next oil change I think I’ll have the original plugs changed along with a transfer case fluid change and coolant flush. Just did rear brakes and rotors at 50k and the second set of Hankooks still have about 15k of tread left. So far I’m happy with the Sony sound system that came in the Platinum trim. The subwoofer rocks. Continued luck with yours 👍
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I ordered my 2015 super cab 6.5 ft bed XLT sport in November 2014 and didn't receive it until March.
It has the 5.0 coyote, 3.55 gear ratio and 4X4 package.
My repairs over the years have been quite a bit more extensive than yours.
The first thing was the bed lighting button in the side of the bed.
Once the rubber cover tore on the button, water got in and destroyed the button with corrosion leading to my bed lights turning on and off at random.
I simply unplugged the switch and forgot about it.
Second problem was the battery, at the three year mark the stock 550CCA battery was no longer enough to start the truck without electronic glitches in the dead of winter.
So I replaced with a 760CCA battery.
The third item was the accessory belts and belt tensioners.
Once again at around the three year mark, both belt tensioners got so corroded that they no longer applied enough pressure on the belts to stop them from slipping.
since replacing with aftermarket tensioners, I haven't had an issue since.
The fourth issue, and this is an ongoing issue, was the 4x4 vacuum hub solenoid going out due to corrosion.
This also lead to the 4x4 vacuum hub actuators being torn in two pieces leaving the ring gear permanently engaged to the axle.
Had to replace both the solenoid and both vacuum hub actuators, this was about 3.5 years into ownership and I just had to do it again this year.
About 5 years in, corrosion on the wheels got so bad all the wheels started to leak air pressure.
By this point I was ready to buy aftermarket wheels, so I junked the stock wheels and installed Black Rhino beadlock winterized rims. zero problems ever since.
Since the new wheels were about double the weight of the old wheels the stock suspension was having difficultly keeping the wheels under control.
So at about 6 years in i replace all the suspension with aftermarket.
Went with bilstein 6112's in the front and 5160's in the back with hellwig sway bars front and back.
Completely transformed the truck's ride quality in the best way possible.
The next repair item was basic engine maintenance at around year 7 with all new spark plugs and a new throttle body, which was sorely needed as the stock one had play.
That brings us to this year where I did a complete overhaul on the drive train.
Replaced all wheel bearings with aftermarket upgraded bearings, replaced drive shaft U-joints and all drive train fluids plus filters.
While doing this, I also discovered the transmission cooler lines had rotted right through on the front motor mounting bracket.
So cooler lines were replaced as well, something to check periodically by the way.
This month I replaced the grille which was entirely cosmetic, but I wanted one of the honeycomb grilles with the marker lights.
Next year I plan on replacing all the incandescent bulbs with LED housings, then probably after market bumpers as the stock ones are starting to rot away with rust.
The one problem I never fixed that still annoys me to this day is the suicide door latch freezing in the humid winter days.
Still pisses me off to this day when it happens.
Even with all the issues, I still love the truck. It just become a hobby keeping the thing issue free.
Thanks for sharing your experience. Wow, a variety of things over the years. I had the Ford 7 year warranty and luckily didn’t need it for much, mostly electric stuff like mirror LEDs etc. My OEM battery lasted 7 years and that’s with being parked outside with Midwest winters. I still don’t know what I’m going to do with the wheels. I love the look and design. Thinking of having them professionally redone to the factory finish as I like the polished look with the tuxedo black metallic paint. I would consider aftermarket as long as they are the exact same offset, etc. as the factory wheels. I don’t want any change in any of the suspension geometry set up.
I love this truck too. As long as I don’t run into any major mechanical issues, I could easily see owning this for another 5 years. It’ll still have under 100k miles by that time (I have 55k now).
Thanks for watching and commenting.
helpful, thanks
Great 2 options
Chances are they would break by now
I have lariat 2021 with 5.0 I love it
3.31 rear differential fast truck on the highway
Best thing I did to my 15 was put a 16 head unit in so I have Sync 3 and CarPlay. Plug and play!
Very cool. Any info on where to purchase and how to install? Thanks.
And thanks for watching and commenting.
Maybe it’s the camera but is your steering wheel not leather wrapped. I thought lariat and higher got them. My 2016 king ranch has it. Just curious. Great video. My 2016 king ranch has 48k on it, I don’t drive mine as much either. Been a great truck.
Yes, the Platinum has the same leather wheel as in your King Ranch. It’s hard to tell in the video. Glad to hear that yours has been great too and that you’re enjoying it 👍
Thanks for commenting and watching.
I have 2016 2.7 ecoboost I get 24 mpg on highway which is why i bought the 2.7.
Have you had any issues with it? How many miles now?
How did you disable the horn honking after getting out of the truck with fob in pocket?
It was changed with the FORSCAN software on a laptop with an OBDC connector to the laptop. That’s how the honk was disabled along with being able to keep the fog lights on with the highbeams, and also displaying the coolant and transmission temperature digital values on the gauge cluster.
I have a question, does your truck’s steering wheel feel extremely light/delicate? I have one exactly like yours, except a 2016, and its steering wheel is so light, any little movement and the truck responds. I have yet to drive any other vehicle that steers so easily. Anyone who drives my truck instantly notices the steering sensitivity. Just wanted to know if yours is the same. Awesome video!
Thanks for the kind words.
I would have to say while the steering effort is light, the sensitivity to steering response seems fairly normal to every other vehicle I’ve ever had. That includes a ‘97 Ford Expedition and an ‘04 Lexus GX470. I’ve just recently had an alignment, as I had a loose tie rod replaced and the steering still feels the same. We have two other vehicles in the family that are on opposite sides of the steering spectrum. The 2019 jeep Wrangler Rubicon has so much play in the steering wheel. It’s hard to keep the vehicle going straight down the highway without constant corrections. Then our 2020 Honda CRV is so sensitive that you move the steering wheel a fraction of an inch, and it seems like a go cart. I’m happy that the F150 is kind of in the middle of the two. Curious if you have the park assist option (I do) and if that makes any difference.
Thanks for watching and for commenting.
@@EverydayATV I do have park assist, as well as lane centering. The truck fully optioned like yours. I will say, after replacing the wheel barrings, the steering became a little more sensitive. I can go straight and it doesn’t have much play, but any little movement and the truck goes that direction. Kind of weird, I drive a 2013 expedition, or a 2017 mustang and it feels like my driving a boat.
I have a 2015 F150 lariat ultimate package has every option it’s in magnetic gray it has the 5.0 L V8 and it has four wheel auto which comes with the FX four package. I love the truck I’m looking at newer trucks and I just I can’t pull the trigger. I like the 15 but I get 17 in the city and 21 on the highway because I have a air intake and a Tanu cover
Glad to hear that you are also having a great experience with yours. I don’t plan on replacing this one until I either have paint or mechanical issues. I only have 55,000 miles on mine at this point after nine years. All the new ones have gotten so much more expensive. It’s ridiculous. I thought the sticker of $63,000 (I paid way less) for mine was crazy back in 2015, but that’s nothing compared to what they are now. Continued best of luck with yours.
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You haven't put any miles in your truck to see if it's reliable or not
It is, I have the exact same one and mine is at 152k, and the only thing thats gone bad is the iwe wich its a common thing on these gen, 4x4 still works but there is a vibration that comes and goes.
I have 17 limited, 44,868 miles cam was done ,should I keep it
If you have a Limited, then you’ve got the 3.5L Ecoboost V6. Not sure what you mean by your cam was done. Did you have problems with the cam or cam phasers and it was fixed?
I got 2015 xlt v8 black but cloth interior grrrr owell was used 119.000 paid 32,000
I miss tuxedo black. Have the agate black now and it's dull. Same truck, newer year and a lot more expensive yet cheaper paint =(
Hello if anyone has a little guidance I would really appreciate it. Looking at a 2015 lariat v8 with coyote engine for about $25k around 110k miles. The other is a 2018 limited with 135k miles for $23k. The trucks are both nice. I don’t know too much about fords. It would be my first truck
Interesting that the 2018 happens to be 3 years newer and 2 trims higher than the 2015, yet less money. Keep in mind that the Limited with have the high output Ecoboost V6 vs the Coyote V8 in the 2015. The 2015 will also have the tried and true 6 speed automatic vs the new 10 speed in the 2018. It will be a personal choice between the two. Front end styling and rear taillight are also different between the two as 2018 was the mid cycle refresh.
@@EverydayATVthanks for getting back to me ! I know it’s a tough choice. Which do you think is mote reliable ? Anything I should look out for? I just want it to last long and have minimal problems. I workout be towing or anything (don’t have anything to tow) more for hauling some house and gardening stuff and driving it half the week. Also what do you think of the pricing ? For the lariat I’ve been seeing similar pricing. No one seems to want to go down. Wasn’t really looking for a limited but it popped up so figured why not
@@sacredgrounds_ cant really comment on which engine is more reliable as I don’t have any experience with the Ecoboost. Both engines are know for having issues with having the cam phasers serviced or replaced. I worry a bit about the turbos with that high mileage. One other thing to keep in mind is that the 2015 has a fairly normal 12-13k miles out on it very year whereas the Limited would have had over 20k miles out on it every year. The key question there is what has been the service history?…..did it get an oil change at least every 5K, meaning that it had 5 oil changes per year? Is the service history available for either or both? For pricing, I would go out to kbb.com and see if the pricing for both is reasonable, as I really don’t know. Hope that helps and good luck.
Beware! At 90,000 the 10 speed transmissions are failing. My 2018. 5.0 Lariot went at 98,000. Won't by another 10 speed trans. FYI.
Sorry to hear and thanks for the info. Since mine is a 2015, I have the 6 speed auto. They went to the 10 speed in 2017.
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Want to sell it?
I bought the 2015 XL Ecoboost 3.5L New. Around 42,000 now. No major issues knock on wood. I recently replaced one O2 sensor, tires, front & back brakes. Only issue I have is the door actuators after the recall. They started to act up. Before recall everything was good.
Glad to hear yours has been good for you too. I’m at 55k miles now at the 9 year mark. On my second set of Hankook tires, as I had to replace the originals at 30k because they were starting to dry rot. Recently had the rear pads and rotors replaced. Paint and body is still perfect.
Put 160k on one. Great truck w 5.0
Awesome to hear!! 👍
@@EverydayATV mine was company vehicle but was trouble free whole time. 6 speed was quirky but 10 speed is worse.
Call us back when you have 150,000 to 200,000 miles on it. Your mileage is ridiculously low for a real long term assessment.
That's less than 6k miles a year. You dont even drive that truck.
Drive it every day….just not that far.
Hi, is that 5 feet or 6 5 feet long bed
It’s the 6.5’ box.
Didn’t know that was an option with a crew cab, I have an 06 with the super cab and it’s annoying getting the baby seat in and out!
@@RAIDERxNATION yes so on the 2015’s, the super cab with the 6.5’ box and the super crew with the 5.5’ box both ride on the 145” wheelbase. The super crew like mine with the 6.5’ box rides on a 156.8” wheelbase. The longer wheelbase does make for a smooth ride but does make it a pain to not stick out in the aisle in traditional parking lots.
@@EverydayATV right on, I might have to seek this option, again, I was under the impression only super duty and above had the longer 6.5’ & 8’ beds. That would make it a lot better for my family as I need that bed size for hauling or camping gear and dog space. Thanks!
@@RAIDERxNATION Cool. Just remember, if you want a SuperCrew Cab with an 8’ box, you’ll have to go with a Super Duty. The F-150 SuperCrew only goes up to the 6.5’ box 👍