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NHTSA recall 25V169000

Transmission May Shift into Neutral While Driving

Ford Motor CompanyReported March 14, 2025SoftwareRework Gen 2
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Vehicles affected
567
Completion rate
46.74%
Remedy
Dealer visit
Component
POWER TRAIN

Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-188. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.

Issue

An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.

Consequence Summary

An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S24.

Related to

Rework Generation 2

Related Recalls

Internal ID: 25V169000 · Updated October 12, 2026

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