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NHTSA recall,

Ford F-150 (2015-2017)

The F-150 can unexpectedly downshift into second gear, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk.

Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice

What happened

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles because a loss of signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into second gear. Unexpectedly downshifting into second gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects 1,392,935 vehicles nationwide.

The problem was reported to NHTSA on April 14, 2026. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2026.

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What to do

If you own a vehicle in this recall:

  1. Check your VIN (vehicle identification number) at nhtsa.gov/recalls. VINs are searchable from April 15, 2026.
  2. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge.
  3. You may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
  4. Look for the owner letter. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2026.

What you get Free repair

Full text from NHTSA

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.

Is your Ford affected?

These models and years may be affected.

  • F-150, model years 2015 to 2017

Your VIN confirms it. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver's side of the dashboard or on your registration card.

Check your VIN on nhtsa.gov (opens in a new tab)

Recall details

Reported to NHTSA
Sold in
Nationwide
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Component
Transmission or drivetrain defect
Campaign
26V237000
Vehicles affected
1,392,935
Repair cost
Free of charge
Owner letters mailed
Manufacturer's recall number
26S28
Manufacturer phone
1-866-436-7332

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Timeline

  1. Reported to NHTSA

  2. Listed on Recall Canary

  3. Summary updated

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Summary by Recall Canary, written with AI · summary updated Oct 2, 2026 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (opens in a new tab)