What to look out for 2018-2020 Platinum

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Rower4VT

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I am looking to buy a 2018-2020Max Platinum 2WD and would like to know the major issues I should look out for. I realize the cam phasers can be an issue. Any other things to look out for? Any notable transmission issues? Thank you for the help!
 

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The 10R80 Transmission in those years have Valve body issues and CDF Drum issues. They can bit hit or miss, some vehicles need a full transmission replacement by 40k miles....others don't even have the problem.

I have a 2019 Expedition, 135,000 miles and have had zero transmission issues since it was new.
 

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Cam phaser rattle at startup, Turbo wastegate linkage rattle at startup & driving (no fix for this from Ford, u could install a spring to quiet it down alot) Tranny issues. Make sure you get the Ford PremiumCare extended service plan and have ALL options included especially LED lighting. Get longest/time plan possible if you can spend the extra cash for it
 
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