The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V075000·Announced 2019-02-11

Ford Recalls 2011-2013 F-150 Trucks for Transmission Downshift Defect

Ford is recalling 2011-2013 F-150 trucks with 6-speed automatic transmissions because they may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (transmission) that may result in loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The recall involves 1,263,051 vehicles.

The defect involves the transmission unexpectedly downshifting into first gear regardless of vehicle speed. This issue may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD F-150
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Pickup Truck
Hazard
Affected units
1,263,051

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • F-150

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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