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2009 Ford F-150 MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2009 Ford F-150 MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2009 Ford F-150 reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2009 Ford F-150 MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 15 to 17 mpg across 7 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cylinderAutomatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,850 | 555.4375 g/mi |
| 4.6L 8-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 15 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,600 | 522.7647058823529 g/mi |
| 4.6L 8-cylinderAutomatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 14 mpg | 18 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,100 | 592.4666666666667 g/mi |
| 4.6L 8-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,850 | 555.4375 g/mi |
| 5.4L 8-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 14 mpg | 20 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,850 | 555.4375 g/mi |
| 5.4L 8-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 14 mpg | 18 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,100 | 592.4666666666667 g/mi |
| 4.6L 8-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 15 mpg | 21 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,600 | 522.7647058823529 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2009 Ford F-150 annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 4.6L 8-cylinder, Automatic 4-spd, Rear-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.
2009 Ford F-150 recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 2 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR · 11V049000
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 F-150 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 18, 2008, THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2009. THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE HOUSING EMBOSSMENT RETAINING THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE SPRING MAY FRACTURE DURING NORMAL USAGE RESULTING IN INSUFFICIENT SPRING FORCE TO RETURN THE HANDLE TO THE FULLY STOWED POSITION.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE INITIALLY NOTIFIED AND INSTRUCTED TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A FORD OR LINCOLN/MERCURY DEALER IF ANY INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE IS LOOSE OR FAILS TO RETURN TO THE STOWED POSITION AFTER ACTIVATION FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE AFFECT MODULE. ONCE PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE, OWNERS WILL BE RENOTIFIED AND INSTRUCTED TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A FORD OR LINCOLN/MERCURY DEALER FOR INSPECTION OF EACH INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE. DEPENDING ON THE RESULTS OF THE INSPECTION, THE DEALER WILL EITHER ADD A SPRING EMBOSSMENT REINFORCEMENT OR REPLACE THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 10, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH · 09V150000
FORD IS RECALLING 8,735 MY 2009 F-150 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY BE IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED. THIS MAY RESULT IN A DELAY IN BRAKE STOP LAMP ILLUMINATION WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. IN SITUATIONS OF VERY MILD BRAKE APPLICATION, THE BRAKE STOP LAMPS MAY NOT ILLUMINATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND HAVE THE BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH REMOVED AND REINSTALLED WHICH WILL PROVIDE PROPER ADJUSTMENT. THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332 OR THROUGH THE INTERNET AT WWW.OWNERCONNECTION.COM.
2009 Ford F-150 NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Ford F-150 Regular Cab w/SAB | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3/5 |
| 2009 Ford F-150 Supercab w/SAB | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3/5 |
| 2009 Ford F-150 Supercrew 4-DR. w/SAB | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2009 Ford F-150 gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 15 to 17 mpg across 7 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
Are these real-world MPG figures for the F-150?
These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
Does the 2009 Ford F-150 have recalls?
NHTSA returned 2 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Last updated