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NHTSA recall 26V-237 (26V237000)

power train recall reported April 14, 2026 - about 1,392,935 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
26V237000
Also written as
26V-237
Manufacturer number
26S28
Reported
April 14, 2026
Vehicles affected
~1,392,935
Component
power train

What is being recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles. A loss of signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into second gear.

Why it is dangerous

Unexpectedly downshifting into second gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-237 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Ford F-150 - 2015, 2016, 2017

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.