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Law Offices of Marcote & Marcote De Moya, PLLC
Law Offices of Marcote & Marcote De Moya, PLLC
Serving Miami-Dade & Broward Truck Owners
Is Your Ford F-150 a Lemon in Florida?
Here is What Truck Owners Need to Know
The Ford F-150 is one of the most reported lemon law vehicles in Florida, with recurring defects involving transmission failure, engine problems, electrical malfunctions, and brake issues that Ford dealerships repeatedly fail to resolve. If your F-150 has been back to an authorized Ford dealer for the same defect more than once, or has been out of service for 30 or more cumulative days, within the first 24 months or 24,000 miles, Florida law entitles you to a full buyback or replacement truck at no cost to you. Ford Motor Company pays all attorney fees, MMD Law Advocates represents F-150 owners throughout Florida with zero upfront cost.
The 30 Day & 3 Attempt Rule
In Florida, you don't need a catastrophic engine explosion to qualify for a Lemon Law claim. If you have taken your Ford F- 150 in for any recurring defects that affect its safety, use, or value, and the dealer has failed to provide a permanent repair after a reasonable number of attempts, you are entitled to a refund.
Don't let them tell you 'this is normal operation' for a $70,000 truck. Do not take it in over and over again, you have rights. Whether in Kendall, Broward or South Florida our Lemon Law Attorneys in the Family will fight for a Buy Back or Refund for you.
Is Your 2024 - 2026 Ford F- 150 a Lemon?
From Homestead to Tampa We Hold the Manufacturers Accountable for
Transmission, Electrical & Engine Defects under Florida Lemon Law
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Your Ford F-150 Should be Built Ford Tough?
Not to Sit in the Shop.
From sudden 10-speed transmission failures to PowerBoost hybrid engine stalls, you shouldn't be stranded in a $70,000 truck. If Ford can’t fix it, we make them buy it back.
Your truck is your livelihood. Whether you are hauling equipment in Homestead, commuting through Downtown Miami, navigating I-95 in Broward, or I-75 heading to the West Coast, you bought a Ford F-150 expecting reliability. When Ford sells you a vehicle with recurring defects, they have failed their contract with your family.
As your Attorney in the Family, we hold Ford accountable. You bought an F-150 for its "Built Ford Tough" reputation, but they failed to provide a working vehicle. Whether it is a 10R80 transmission shudder, a PowerBoost Hybrid engine failure, or a faulty digital dash cluster, you may qualify for a vehicle buyback or replacement. Watch how we’ve helped families across South Florida secure refunds and replacements at no out-of-pocket cost.
Family Tip: Always keep your "Repair Orders." Even if the dealer says they couldn't find the problem, that paperwork is the "receipt" we use to build your case.
Is Your Ford F- 150 Safe? Is It Showing These Warning Signs?
Ford markets the F-150 as "Ford Though," but for thousands of Florida owners, the reality is recurring repairs and safety risks. If your truck has been in the shop for any of the following, you may have a Lemon Law claim.
Our Lemon Law Attorneys Handle Ford F-150 Litigation throughout South East and South West Florida
INCLUDING (BUT NOT LIMITED TO):
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11th Judicial Circuit Court (Miami- Dade County)
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17th Judicial Circuit Court (Broward County)
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20th Judicial Circuit Court (Lee, Collier, Charlotte & Hendry County)
Whether you sought service in dealers in Homestead, Kendall, Doral, Pines, Naples, Lehigh or any other Florida Authorized Ford Dealer, and your car is still not right, do not wait for the warranty to expire, DO NOT trade your car in, contact your Attorney in the Family Now!
CAN A FLORIDA F-150 OWNER GET A REFUND OR RPLACEMENT FROM FORD?
FLORIDA is a Fee Shifting State:
If we win the Manufacturer may be responsible for your Attorney's Fees under Florida Lemon Law.
What is the Basic Requirement to start the claim?
The Rule of Repeated Repairs
What happens if Dealer has failed to fix it after several attempts?
In Florida, you don't need a catastrophic engine explosion to qualify for a Lemon Law claim. If you have taken your Silverado in for any recurring defects that affect its safety, use, or value, and the dealer has failed to provide a permanent repair after a reasonable number of attempts, you are entitled to a refund.
Don't let them tell you "this is normal operation" for a $60,000 truck. Do not take it in over and over again, you have rights.
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Ford F-150 2026 Technical Alerts & Legal Updates, Lemon Law
Q: My 2026 F-150 had a total transmission failure at under 1,000 miles. Is this a "Lemon" or just a bad part?
A: We are seeing a surge in brand-new 2026 models with 10R80 transmission failures, specifically involving the CDF Clutch Drum seal, within weeks of delivery. Under Florida Statute 681, you do not have to wait for years of problems; a catastrophic failure that keeps your truck in the shop for 15+ days early on can fast-track your path to a full buyback.
Q: Ford says my PowerBoost "Stop Safely Now" warning is just a software glitch. Does that count as a repair attempt?
A: Yes. Do not let the dealer downplay "software updates." In the 2024–2026 PowerBoost Hybrids, these "glitches" often mask hardware defects in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or high-voltage battery cooling system. If you’ve taken your truck in three times for the same warning light and they "reset the computer" each time without a permanent fix, you have met the legal threshold for a "reasonable number of attempts."
Q: What is the "Downshift Recall" and how does it affect my legal claim?
A: In early 2026, a major recall (NHTSA 25V164) was expanded to address F-150s that unexpectedly downshift into 2nd gear at highway speeds. This is a life-threatening safety defect. If your truck is subject to this recall and the dealer cannot provide an immediate, permanent remedy due to "parts on backorder," those days count toward your 30-day "Out of Service" threshold. A safety recall combined with a repair delay is one of the strongest catalysts for a successful Ford buyback.
Q: Can I file a claim if my F-150 Lightning or Hybrid "Rolls Away" in Park?
A: This is a specific defect appearing in 2025–2026 electric and hybrid models involving the Integrated Park Module. If your vehicle has moved while supposedly in "Park," this is a "Substantial Impairment of Safety." Even if Ford claims a software patch fixes it, if the behavior recurs, the law presumes the vehicle is a lemon. Your safety is not a "beta test" for Ford's software.
Q: Why shouldn't I just wait for the F-150 Class Action lawsuit to settle?
A: Class action lawsuits often take years and may only result in a small "coupon" or a limited warranty extension. By filing an individual Florida Lemon Law claim, you are seeking an immediate Full Refund or Vehicle Replacement. As your Attorney in the Family, we prioritize your specific truck’s VIN, ensuring you get your money back now rather than waiting for a class-wide settlement that might offer pennies on the dollar.
Law Offices of Marcote & Marcote De Moya, PLLC
Serving clients locally in Homestead, Kendall, Doral, Hialeah, Broward, and across South Florida
12595 SW 137 Ave. Suite 307 Miami, FL 33186
Adela Z. Marcote & Jacqueline Marcote De Moya Founding Partners
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