NHTSA Vehicles recall ·

2015–2017 Ford F-150 recall: Unexpected Downshift Can Cause Loss of Control

Recall number
26V237000
Date
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicles › Power Train
Recall type
Vehicle
Units affected
1392935
Hazard tags
Crash risk

Read the official NHTSA notice ↗

Product

Power Train

Affected vehicles

MakeModelModel years
FordF-1502015–2017

Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.

Why was it recalled?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles. A loss of signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into second gear.

Consequence

Unexpectedly downshifting into second gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What should you do?

Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S28. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 15, 2026.

Manufacturer campaign number

26S28

Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V237000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.