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POWER TRAIN — Unexpected Downshift Can Cause Loss of Control · April 14, 2026

The problem

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.

Risk

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

What owners should 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.

Units 1392935

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