Ford recalls 2015-2017 F-150s with potential transmission downshifting causing loss of vehicle control. Owners must update software free via dealer by July 24, 2026.
Unexpectedly downshifting into second gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Ford is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150 trucks because a transmission issue can cause unexpected downshifting into second gear, increasing crash risk. This fix requires a free software update at a dealer. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225850-ford-f-150-2017-power-train-recall-unexpected-downshifting-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225850-ford-f-150-2017-power-train-recall-unexpected-downshifting-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #26V237000
“Ford F-150 2017 Power Train Recall: Unexpected Downshifting Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225850-ford-f-150-2017-power-train-recall-unexpected-downshifting-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 26V237000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V237000).
The transmission range sensor and powertrain control module may lose communication, causing the transmission to shift unexpectedly into second gear. This can lead to loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk during normal driving.
Owners of 2015-2017 Ford F-150 trucks with specific VINs are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the software update are at risk of losing vehicle control.
Check if your 2015-2017 Ford F-150 has a recall notice. The VIN will be searchable on NHTSA.gov starting April 15, 2026.
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software for free. This fix addresses the transmission communication issue.
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.
Check if your vehicle is listed on NHTSA.gov starting April 15, 2026, or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
The recall states that unexpected downshifting may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing crash risk. However, the remedy does not specify a risk of serious injury.
The recall does not specify consequences for not updating, but the software update is necessary to prevent transmission issues.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 26V237000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 26V237000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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