NHTSA VEHICLE 14914
U.S. MARKET · MODEL YEAR REFERENCE
2020 Ford F-150 — Specs, MPG, Safety & Recalls
17 EPA configurations across Rear-Wheel Drive and Part-time 4-Wheel Drive. Explore the available specifications and fuel economy below. Additional NHTSA information is shown only where it has been collected and matched.
Vehicle overview
Model year 2020- Make
- Ford
- Model
- F-150
- Model year
- 2020
- EPA vehicle classes
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
- Fuel types available
- Gasoline or E85, Regular, Diesel
- Available EPA configurations
- 17
This page describes a model year, not one individual vehicle. Equipment and availability vary by configuration; a single engine or rating does not apply to every F-150.
Combined economy across configurations
Diesel22–24MPG4 configurations
E8513–16MPG6 configurations
Regular Gasoline16–22MPG13 configurations
Calculated minimum and maximum from this page’s EPA configurations, grouped by the same fuel and measurement unit. These ranges are not averages or ratings for every vehicle.
Configurations & fuel economy
EPA FuelEconomy.govEPA configurations can differ in engine, drivetrain, trim, or equipment. Use the EPA model name and specifications to identify the appropriate record.
| EPA model / ID | Engine / cylinders | Fuel / technology | Drive / transmission | EPA fuel economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFVEPA 42167 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 3.3 L6 cylinders | Gasoline or E85FFV | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S6) | Regular Gasoline · MPG19 city / 25 highway / 22 combined E85 · MPG14 city / 19 highway / 16 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 409 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFVEPA 42168 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 5 L8 cylinders | Gasoline or E85FFV | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG17 city / 23 highway / 19 combined E85 · MPG12 city / 17 highway / 14 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 467 g/mile |
| F150 2WD FFV BASE PAYLOAD LTEPA 42169 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 5 L8 cylinders | Gasoline or E85FFV | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG16 city / 21 highway / 18 combined E85 · MPG12 city / 17 highway / 14 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 494 g/mile |
| F150 5.0L 2WD FFV GVWR>7599 LBSEPA 42170 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 5 L8 cylinders | Gasoline or E85FFV | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG15 city / 20 highway / 17 combined E85 · MPG12 city / 17 highway / 14 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 523 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 2WDEPA 42171 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 3.5 L6 cylinders | Regular | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG17 city / 23 highway / 19 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 468 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 2WD LimitedEPA 42172 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 3.5 L6 cylinders | Regular | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG17 city / 22 highway / 19 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 466 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 2WDEPA 42173 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 2.7 L6 cylinders | Regular | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG20 city / 26 highway / 22 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 402 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFVEPA 42174 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 3.3 L6 cylinders | Gasoline or E85FFV | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S6) | Regular Gasoline · MPG18 city / 23 highway / 20 combined E85 · MPG13 city / 17 highway / 15 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 439 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFVEPA 42175 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 5 L8 cylinders | Gasoline or E85FFV | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG15 city / 21 highway / 18 combined E85 · MPG12 city / 15 highway / 13 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 506 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 4WDEPA 42176 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 3.5 L6 cylinders | Regular | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG16 city / 22 highway / 18 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 488 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 4WD LimitedEPA 42177 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 3.5 L6 cylinders | Regular | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG17 city / 21 highway / 19 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 467 g/mile |
| F150 RAPTOR 4WDEPA 42178 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 3.5 L6 cylinders | Regular | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG15 city / 18 highway / 16 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 540 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 4WDEPA 42179 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 2.7 L6 cylinders | Regular | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular Gasoline · MPG18 city / 23 highway / 20 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 444 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 2WDEPA 42517 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 3 L6 cylinders | DieselDiesel | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Diesel · MPG21 city / 29 highway / 24 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 420 g/mile |
| F150 2WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIREEPA 42518 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 3 L6 cylinders | DieselDiesel | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Diesel · MPG21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 424 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 4WD XL/XLTEPA 42519 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 3 L6 cylinders | DieselDiesel | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Diesel · MPG21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 430 g/mile |
| F150 Pickup 4WDEPA 42520 (opens in a new tab)Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 3 L6 cylinders | DieselDiesel | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Diesel · MPG20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined Tailpipe CO₂: 466 g/mile |
These are EPA estimates for the listed configurations, not a promise of real-world economy. Zero tailpipe CO₂ does not mean zero lifecycle emissions. Missing fields are not estimated.
Safety ratings
NHTSA · Last checked October 11, 2026NHTSA evaluates specific vehicle variants. The descriptions below identify each rating candidate; they are not automatically matched to the EPA configurations above.
NHTSA VEHICLE 14916
2020 Ford F-150 Super Crew PU/CC 2WD
NHTSA VEHICLE 14918
2020 Ford F-150 Super Crew Diesel PU/CC 2WD
NHTSA VEHICLE 14941
2020 Ford F-150 Regular Cab PU/RC 4WD
NHTSA VEHICLE 14943
2020 Ford F-150 Super Crew PU/CC 4WD
NHTSA VEHICLE 14945
2020 Ford F-150 Super Crew Diesel PU/CC 4WD
Recall information
NHTSA · Last checked October 11, 2026Check recall eligibility with your VIN.
These campaigns relate to the model and year. They do not confirm that an individual vehicle is affected or that a repair has been completed. This is a stored snapshot, not a live recall check.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA (opens in a new tab)11 campaigns in the stored source results. Open a campaign for its summary and remedy.
19V633000SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINERAugust 28, 2019
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 19V633000
- Report date
- August 28, 2019
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07.
19V805000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESNovember 12, 2019
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 19V805000
- Report date
- November 12, 2019
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and braking or steering assist. The engine could also stall.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S40.
19V903000TIRES:BEADDecember 18, 2019
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 19V903000
- Report date
- December 18, 2019
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 trucks equipped with 17-inch spare tires. The spare tire could have been damaged when it was installed on the rim.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S55.
20V097000EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSFebruary 21, 2020
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 20V097000
- Report date
- February 21, 2020
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from the "Autolamps" switch position to "Headlamps On." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
20V197000POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)April 3, 2020
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 20V197000
- Report date
- April 3, 2020
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ranger and F-150 vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions and certain 2020 Expedition vehicles equipped with a "police" package. The transmission shift cable lock clip may not be fully seated, allowing the transmission to actually be in a different gear than the gear shift position selected by the driver.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the shift cable locking clip installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S18.
20V467000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLYAugust 10, 2020
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 20V467000
- Report date
- August 10, 2020
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 vehicles. An incorrect attachment nut may have been used to attach the battery positive (B+) power supply cable to the starter motor, possibly affecting the electrical conductivity, resulting in excess heat and electrical arcing.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter motor B+ power supply attachment nut, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S40.
20V575000BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERASeptember 23, 2020
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 20V575000
- Report date
- September 23, 2020
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
22V250000VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGESApril 14, 2022
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 22V250000
- Report date
- April 14, 2022
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available 3rd Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26.
24V852000EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSNovember 8, 2024
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 24V852000
- Report date
- November 8, 2024
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy
Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
25V442000BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWAREJune 27, 2025
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 25V442000
- Report date
- June 27, 2025
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
26V373000EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSJune 9, 2026
Returned for: F-150
- Campaign number
- 26V373000
- Report date
- June 9, 2026
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V097. When the headlight switch is turned from "Autolamps" to "Headlamps On," the Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) may remain fully bright instead of dimming to parking lamps as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Remedy
,Dealers will reprogram the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C28. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Data sources & last checked dates
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EPA FuelEconomy.gov
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View 17 additional source records
- EPA vehicle 42167 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42168 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42169 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42170 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42171 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42172 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42173 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42174 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42175 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42176 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42177 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42178 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42179 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42517 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42518 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42519 (opens in a new tab)
- EPA vehicle 42520 (opens in a new tab)
NHTSA vPIC model identity
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NHTSA Safety Ratings
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- NHTSA vehicle 14916 (opens in a new tab)
- NHTSA vehicle 14918 (opens in a new tab)
- NHTSA vehicle 14941 (opens in a new tab)
- NHTSA vehicle 14943 (opens in a new tab)
- NHTSA vehicle 14945 (opens in a new tab)
- Source query 7 (opens in a new tab)
- Source query 8 (opens in a new tab)
- Source query 9 (opens in a new tab)
- Source query 10 (opens in a new tab)
NHTSA Recalls
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