I have owned many Ford pickups in my time; and still own one to this day. All of them have had problems. The below model years are approximate;

1. 1996 Ford F150 V6 - water pump went out early
2. 1998 Ford F150 5.4 V8 - rear window leaked three times after repairs; engine developed "piston slap" engine was replaced
3. 2001 Ford F350 7.3L Diesel - alternator died early, engine developed a infrequent starting issue (would spin but not fire) and no one could figure it out.
4. 2011 Ford F150 5.0 V8 - I think this one has "piston slap" as well; same audible symptoms.

I only continue to buy Ford's because I am familiar with them. And their inherent failures....