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The fuel ratings of Rangers and F-150s are overstated, according to a recently filed Ford Canada class action lawsuit.
British Columbia resident Matthew Paul Ezekiel alleges that the Ford vehicles’ advertised fuel economy tests do not stand up to real world situations.
Ezekiel says Ford “over-inflated” the kilometers-per-liter fuel economy in its Ranger and F-150 marketing, duping consumers into paying more for the vehicles.
“The Defendants, Ford Canada and/or Ford US, in this proposed class proceeding misrepresented the Coastdown test results by using inaccurate drag and resistance figures to boost the Affected Class Vehicles purported fuel economy for two reasons: (I) customers choose and pay a premium for fuel efficiency, and (ii) less fuel burned means less emissions, and therefore more profits under government environmental regulations,” alleges the complaint.
According to the Ford Canada class action lawsuit, consumers not only overpaid for the vehicles, the affected vehicles have a lower resale value because of the misrepresentations.
Ezekiel says he purchased a new 2018 Ford F-150 in June of 2018. According to the complaint, the advertised fuel ratings for the vehicle were 11.2 liters per 100 kilometers on the highway and 13.7 liters per 100 kilometers in the city. Ezekiel claims that he noticed he seemed to be going through fuel much more quickly than he expected, soon after purchasing the truck.
In reality, alleges the Ford Canada class action lawsuit, Ford Rangers and F-150s go through 10 to 15 percent more fuel than is advertised to consumers.
The class action states that Ford Canada and/or Ford U.S.A. use miscalibrated equipment to cheat the fuel ratings tests. As a part of the fuel rating test, Ford vehicles are reportedly put on a treadmill like device, a dynamometer, to take a series of tests. As a part of these tests, “real world” simulations are used to determine the fuel ratings in regular driving conditions. These are called the Road Load and Coastdown tests.
“The Road Load measure of forces acting against the Affected Class Vehicles during real-world driving was material to the simulation of actual driving when the Affected Class Vehicles were tested on the dynamometer in the laboratory,” alleges the Ford Canada class action lawsuit.
“The Defendants’, Ford Canada’s and/or Ford US’s, internal laboratory tests misrepresented Road Load forces. Consequently, the Defendants’, Ford Canada’s and/or Ford US’s, fuel economy testing on the Affected Class Vehicles showed better, but entirely inaccurate, fuel economy results.”
The plaintiff in the Ford Canada class action lawsuit seeks to represent a near country-wide Class of consumers who purchased, owned, or leased a Ford Ranger or F-150. The plaintiff does not seek to represent Quebec residents.
This is not the first class action to hit Ford Canada alleging inflated fuel economy ratings. Another Canadian resident says that Ford cheats the fuel economy test by incorrectly programming the dynamometer during testing procedures.
Do you drive a Ford Ranger or F-150 and notice poor fuel economy? Tell us your story in the comments below.
The plaintiff is represented by K.S. Garcha of Garcha & Company.
The Ford Canada Class Action Lawsuit is Ezekiel v. Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited, et al., Case No. S19113353, in the Supreme Court of British Columbia, Canada.
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11 thoughts onFord Canada Class Action Alleges Inflated Fuel Ratings
My 2013 f150 ecoboost also doesn’t get the fuel mileage as advertised when purchased new. Also dealing with peeling paint issues with it as well. Got nowhere with Ford so just gave up.
I bought a brand new 2018 F150. With 18000km on it now. Fuel economy is definitely not as advertised. Very unhappy with how I have been treated by Ford on many levels concerning warranty and recall work. Regret my purchase immensely.
I just bought a 2019 Ranger STX today!
On the drive home (150km on the highway) I got 13.5 L/100Km !!
A far cry from the 9.8 stated on the sticker!
I just bought a 2019 STX Ranger today. On my drive home (150km on the highway) I got 13.5 L/100Km !!
A far cry from the 9.8 on the sticker!
My 2016 doesn’t get anywhere near the advertised fuel mileage.
Not to mention I have been denied warranty on my engine with 48,000kms on it. There’s some sludge inside the engine but nothing in the pan.
The reason for the denial is “lack of maintenance” even though I produced 4 oil change receipts within the manufactures time frame plus an oil analysis performed at the request of the Ford dealership by Finning Canada. The oil changes were done by a reputable shop that’s been in business for 30+ years and has worked on a number of our vehicles over the last 25 years without any problems. One of the toughest things to find these days is a trustworthy mechanic who performs good quality work, that they stand behind.
The oil analysis came back with high concentrations of H20 with normal wear. I contacted the technician who performed the oil analysis to get more clarification on the report, who clearly stated “it was H20 that caused your problems, 100%. I can’t even get the dealership to look at anything else, like why is there so much H20 in the sample. Seems like they’ve made up their minds even though I provided everything that was asked of me.
Not sure if it’s the dealership who made the decision or Ford Canada, they both blame each other. I’m leaning towards the dealership. I know a number of technicians/mechanics who work or have worked at Ford dealerships in Canada and the United States. They state the dealerships can sway the decisions for warranty or at the very least help the customer look for other reasons that may contribute to mechanical failures.
Most dealerships get paid less for warranty work than regular service performed, so there’s no rush for any of the dealerships to help disgruntled customers. It seems every day there’s news reports of people getting shafted by the dealerships.
None of the technicians/mechanics I have spoken to concerning my situation can believe what I’m going through. It seems like a cut and dry decision to me and most people. The warranties are nothing but words on a piece of paper. There has to be a better way to deal with these types of situations.
My situation has been going on for almost 3 months, meanwhile, I’m paying for the lease, insurance, car rental plus I had to put another car on the road because of the cost associated with the rental car.
The dealership hasn’t offered any other options for why the engine gave way and the truck has been flagged by Ford. The only way to remove the flag is to pay appox. $14,000.00 for an engine replacement.
When an oil analysis comes back with normal wear and high concentrates of H20, I would have thought that they may look at other issues considering it only has 48,000kms., but nothing and zero help.
We’ve had 7 Ford vehicles over the past 20 years with no issues. I thought after being a loyal Ford customer I would have an opportunity to speak with a Ford regional manager, not a chance in hell.
I know how you feel. I am currently receiving the “valued customer” treatment.
how do i join this class action.i have a 2011 ford ranger.so pissed at ford right now.
Hello i had a f-150 2012. The fuel mileage estimate was well out. How do i register for the class action.
Hi, we sold our 2008 ford ranger because of poor fuel usage What do we need to do to be part of this class,
Thanks Tami
How do I become part of this class action law suit? I drive an F150
I’ve recently had my truck inspected and it passed with safety features put off to 1 month later .( door latches) filed a complaint with motor vehicle and nothing being done yet..( 3 weeks ago) .lied to upon buying the 2018 f 150 for work that was done prior to buying., fuel consumption and oil consumption and now transmission fluid consumption….