CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
- Risk
- Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S07.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2011-2013 Ford F-150 trucks with a 6-speed automatic transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear regardless of how fast the vehicle is moving. The problem traces to the powertrain control module, which governs how the transmission shifts.
A sudden downshift into first gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, which raises the risk of a crash. If your truck is one of those affected, be aware of unexpected downshifts and take the vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer as soon as possible.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module at no cost to you. Ford's recall number is 19S07, and you can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls to confirm whether your truck is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford F-150 | 201120122013 |
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