Ford Recalls Over 550,000 Pickup Trucks Due to Transmission Downshift Issue Ford has initiated a major recall of over 550,000 pickup trucks due to a potentially dangerous transmission defect. The affected vehicles are 2021-2023 F-150, 2021-2022 Expedition, and 2022 Lincoln Navigator models. According to Ford, the affected transmissions can unexpectedly downshift to first gear while the vehicle is in motion. This sudden and uncontrolled downshift can cause the vehicle to experience a sudden acceleration or deceleration, posing a serious safety hazard. The recall affects vehicles equipped with the 10-speed automatic transmission. Ford has identified that a software issue in the transmission control module can lead to the downshift problem. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been informed of the recall and is conducting its own investigation. Multiple reports of accidents and injuries related to the downshift issue have been filed with NHTSA. Ford is urging affected vehicle owners to stop driving their vehicles immediately and contact a Ford dealership to schedule a repair. The repair involves updating the transmission control module software. “We are committed to the safety of our customers and are taking this issue very seriously,” said Mark LaNeve, Ford Customer Service Division president. “We urge all affected owners to take immediate action and have their vehicles repaired as soon as possible.” Dealers will begin notifying affected customers by mail and email. Owners can also check the NHTSA website or Ford’s online recall tool to determine if their vehicle is included in the recall. Ford has emphasized that the recall does not affect vehicles equipped with other transmission configurations. The company is working closely with NHTSA to investigate the full scope of the problem and ensure that all affected vehicles are repaired promptly.Ford Recalls 550,000 Pickup Trucks Over Unexpected DownshiftingFord Recalls 550,000 Pickup Trucks Over Unexpected Downshifting Ford has issued a recall for over 550,000 F-150 pickup trucks from the 2014 model year due to a transmission issue that can cause unexpected downshifting to first gear, regardless of the vehicle’s speed. This issue has prompted concerns from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which initiated an investigation into the matter in March after receiving complaints about abrupt downshifting in the affected trucks. According to Ford’s safety documents, the problem stems from a loss of signal between the transmission speed sensor and the powertrain control computer. Corrosion and connector pin issues may also contribute to the malfunction. As a result of this issue, drivers may lose control of their vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. NHTSA’s investigation is ongoing to determine if the affected trucks should have been included in previous recalls for the same problem. Ford has recalled several trucks and other vehicles from the 2011 to 2013 model years for similar issues, covering approximately 1.5 million vehicles. The company is collaborating with NHTSA to support the investigation and will provide software updates for the affected vehicles at no cost to owners. Affected owners will be notified via letters in early July. Ford anticipates that repairs will become available in the third quarter of this year. Owners will have the option to use mobile service or pickup and delivery at participating dealers. Ford reports that it has received 396 warranty and field reports, as well as 124 customer complaints, regarding the problem, affecting 482 trucks. The company has also received 130 complaints to the government, with 52 alleging that rear wheels locked up or that drivers lost control. Two complainants reported injuries, and one reported a crash that may have been caused by the issue. Ford notes that before the downshifting occurs, drivers may observe a malfunction indicator light on the dashboard. In some instances, signals can be restored while the vehicle is in motion, allowing it to operate normally. However, in other cases, drivers may need to stop and restart the engine to correct the transmission’s functionality. The company estimates that less than 1% of the recalled vehicles will experience the issue.Ford Recalls Over 550,000 Trucks Due to Transmission Issues Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of over 550,000 pickup trucks due to a potential issue with the transmission that could cause them to suddenly downshift into first gear. The recall affects certain 2021-2023 Ford F-150, Ford Super Duty, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the problem stems from a software issue that can falsely detect a transmission fault and trigger an abrupt downshift to first gear. This sudden downshift can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash, especially at high speeds. Ford has reported three crashes and three injuries potentially related to this issue. The affected vehicles include: * 2021-2023 Ford F-150 pickup trucks * 2021-2023 Ford Super Duty pickup trucks * 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator SUVs Owners of affected vehicles are urged to contact their local Ford dealerships immediately to schedule a free software update. The update will prevent the transmission from downshifting into first gear without the driver’s input. Ford is actively working on a fix for the issue and plans to release a more comprehensive update in the near future. Owners can check the NHTSA website for the latest recall information and updates.