NHTSA recall 16V-248 (16V248000)
power train recall reported April 27, 2016 - about 153,581 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V248000
- Also written as
- 16V-248
- Manufacturer number
- 16S19
- Reported
- April 27, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~153,581
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Why it is dangerous
An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S19.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-248 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.