NHTSA recall 26V378000
Unexpected Downshift Can Cause Loss of Control
- Vehicles affected
- 44,963
- Completion rate
- 0%
- Remedy
- Dealer visit
- Component
- POWER TRAIN
Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V444. A loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM) can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into first gear.
Issue
Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S45. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Related to
Rework Generation 2
- 6/17/2024
Related Recalls
Internal ID: 26V378000 · Updated October 2, 2026
