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NHTSA Recall 26V237000: Automatic transmission (power train)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,392,935 vehicles. It affects 2015–2017 Ford F-150.

1,392,935
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2026
owners notified (July 24)
NHTSA campaign26V237000
Manufacturer campaign26S28
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Report receivedApril 14, 2026
Owner notificationJuly 24, 2026
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V237000

Make and modelModel years
Ford F-1502015, 2016, 2017

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.