Ford F-150 Lightning lawsuit Filed Over Missing Forward Sensing System

One of the biggest investments an individual will ever make is the purchase of their own vehicle, and buyers expect to get exactly what they paid for. Now, a class-action suit has been filed against the Blue Oval, alleging that some 2024 F-150 Lightning models lack a key safety feature. The Ford F-150 Lightning lawsuit claims that the trucks are missing the Forward Sensing System (FSS), despite the window sticker explicitly claiming the feature was included.

This lawsuit highlights a growing problem in the industry where complex technology integration leads to misrepresentation. Ford admits the sticker was a “misprint” but has only offered minimal compensation to affected customers.

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning — Source: Ford

Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum — Source: Ford

Here is a breakdown of the missing safety feature and the legal dispute over its value.

The Missing Feature and Ford’s Response

The lawsuit, filed by plaintiff Ibrahim Lunawadawala, centers on a critical safety function and Ford’s refusal to adequately compensate customers for its omission.

Feature	Function	Status
Forward Sensing System (FSS)	Alerts the driver of hazards or objects in front of the vehicle via audible “beeps” that increase in frequency near the obstacle.	Missing from some 2024 F-150 Lightnings.
Ford’s Defense	Claimed the Monroney sticker had a “misprint.”	Allegedly unwilling to pay damages beyond a basic refund.
Ford’s Compensation	$100 Refund	Sent to affected customers as compensation for the error.

The lawsuit contends that Ford is aware of the missing feature. The plaintiff purchased the vehicle under the assumption that the feature was included because it was printed on the Monroney sticker, which is the official legal document detailing a vehicle’s contents and price.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 24: The Ford F-150 Lightning is displayed during the 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center on November 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. This year’s edition of the Los Angeles Auto Show includes a range of new SUV models. (Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images) — Source: Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images

The Legal Argument Over $100

The core of the Ford F-150 Lightning lawsuit is the argument that Ford’s $100 refund drastically undervalues the missing feature.

Plaintiff’s Claim: The $100 refund is insufficient because it is much less than the cost to install an aftermarket forward sensing system. Furthermore, the plaintiff argues that he has suffered “diminished value of his vehicle and other consequential damages” because of Ford’s misrepresentations.
Ford’s Liability: By admitting that the sticker was a “misprint,” Ford effectively acknowledges misrepresenting the vehicle at the point of sale.

The lawsuit seeks to hold the automaker accountable for the true cost of the missing feature and the diminished value of the affected 2024 F-150 Lightning trucks, moving beyond the simple $100 offer Ford provided.

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