Head-to-head reliability
Suzuki An650 vs FORD F 150
How the Suzuki An650 and FORD F 150 compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Suzuki An650 vs FORD F 150: The An650 has zero complaints and recalls, while the F-150 averages 1,131 complaints per year with 145 recalls. Owners report transmission and electrical issues in the F-150, but the An650 shows no reported problems. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Suzuki An650 or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Suzuki An650
The Suzuki An650 has no complaints, recalls, or safety incidents on record with NHTSA, which suggests it has a clean reliability history in the available data. With zero reported issues over the model years covered, owners have not reported any specific failure patterns. This makes it a low-risk choice in terms of documented problems, though the lack of data also means fewer insights into long-term ownership. Overall, it appears to be a dependable vehicle based on the absence of reported issues.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 shows a high volume of complaints, averaging over 1,100 per year, with significant issues in the powertrain and electrical systems. Owners frequently report harsh shifting, transmission failures, and electrical malfunctions such as camera and pre-collision warnings. With 145 recalls and 328 crash-related incidents, there are notable safety concerns. The F-150's reliability is marred by these recurring problems, which can affect daily driving and ownership costs.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Suzuki An650 | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 11,311 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 0 Better | 145 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 328 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 1131.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 287 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Suzuki An650
No component data available.
There are no owner complaints on record for the Suzuki An650, so no specific failure patterns have been identified. This suggests that the vehicle has not exhibited common problems in the data reviewed.
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,553
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,071
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,401
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,164
- 05ENGINE847
Owners report hard and delayed shifts, especially between 7th and 8th gears, and occasional loss of power with the vehicle shutting off. The 10R80 transmission is a common source of complaints, with jerking and clunking between gears.
Electrical issues include warnings for front camera malfunction and pre-collision assist not available, which appear on startup. There are also reports of loud bangs from the transmission and popping sounds from the rear suspension, possibly linked to electrical or sensor problems.
Recalls related to exterior lighting, specifically headlights, indicate potential visibility issues. While not detailed in complaints, this is a safety concern that could affect nighttime driving.
“I started noticing hard and delayed shifts from 7th into 8th gear. My RPM's were not increasing when this happened, and then on a very crowded major road I lost all power, vehicle shut off and drifted, then started up and jerked again very hard. This failure…”
“I am reporting a safety-related transmission problem I experienced with my 2020 Ford F-150 equipped with the 10R80 automatic transmission. While driving normally, the transmission shifts hard (ie: jerks, clunks) between 4-5 and 5-6 gears, and has on occasion…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Suzuki An650
No recalls on record.
FORD F 150 — 145 recalls
The defect: 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 risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
The defect: 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 br…
The risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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 re…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causin…
The risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford…
The defect: 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…
The risk: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: 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 num…
Buyer analysis
Suzuki An650 or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Suzuki An650 has zero complaints per year, while the Ford F-150 averages over 1,100 complaints per year, indicating a stark difference in reported reliability. In practice, the An650 offers a trouble-free ownership experience based on data, whereas the F-150 may require frequent repairs and visits to the dealer. Buyers prioritizing reliability should lean toward the An650.
Key differences
- The Suzuki An650 has zero complaints, while the Ford F-150 has over 11,000 complaints in 10 years.
- Ford F-150 owners report transmission failures with hard shifts and loss of power, whereas the An650 has no such reports.
- Electrical system issues are common in the F-150, including camera and pre-collision warnings, but absent in the An650.
- The F-150 has 145 recalls, including for headlights and engine, while the An650 has none.
- No specific red flags to inspect due to lack of reported issues, but a general pre-purchase inspection is still recommended.
- Check the transmission for smooth shifting, especially between 4-5 and 5-6 gears, and listen for clunks or jerks.
- Inspect the electrical system for warning lights related to camera or pre-collision assist, and verify all recalls have been addressed.
Before you buy
- For the Suzuki An650, obtain a vehicle history report to confirm no hidden issues, and have a mechanic inspect the drivetrain and electrical components.
- For the Ford F-150, test drive at various speeds to feel for transmission shift quality, and check for any warning lights on the dash.
- Verify that all open recalls on the F-150 have been completed by the dealer.
- Review service records for both vehicles to see if any major repairs have been done.
- Consider a pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic for both vehicles.
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Suzuki An650 or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Suzuki An650 vs FORD F 150
- Suzuki An650 total complaints
- 0
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,311
- Suzuki An650 total recalls
- 0
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 145
- Suzuki An650 avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1131.1
- More reliable overall
- Suzuki An650
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN