NHTSA Campaign 26V237000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Issued by Ford Motor Company · Reported Apr 14, 2026 · 1,392,935 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 1, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 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 affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORD | F-150 | 2015 | 1,392,935 |
| FORD | F-150 | 2016 | 1,392,935 |
| FORD | F-150 | 2017 | 1,392,935 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V237000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.