NHTSA Recall 16V248000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V248000; Date: Apr. 27, 2016
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Ford Expedition; 2011 Ford F-150; 2012 Ford F-150; 2012 Ford Mustang; 2012 Lincoln Navigator
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 153,581
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 16, 2016
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