Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million F-150 pickup trucks due to a gearshift issue that increases the likelihood of a crash.

“The automaker is aware of two injuries and one accident possibly related to the issue,” ABC News stated.

ABC News has more:

The recall includes F-150 light trucks with a six-speed automatic transmission that were produced between March 12, 2014 an Aug 18, 2017.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s safety recall report says that some of the pickup trucks may experience an intermittent selection signal of the transmission range sensor to the powertrain control module, which may lead to a temporary, unintended downshift into second gear. This may cause an abrupt reduction in wheel speed for a short period of time, which in some situations could cause the rear tires to slide until the vehicle speed slows.

Ford is aware of 444 warranty claims and 105 customer service reports that could be linked to the issue as of early this month.

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“Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed April 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026,” a notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration read.

CBS News noted:

In its recall report, NHTSA said some vehicle owners may notice an illuminated malfunction indicator light or wrench light on the vehicle’s dashboard if there’s an issue with the transmission range sensor.

Read the full notice HERE.

 

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