NHTSA Recall 19V366000
NHTSA Campaign Id 19V366000; Date: May. 13, 2019
if the gear shift lever position does not match the actual transmission gear, the vehicle may move in an unexpected direction. additionally, despite selecting 'park', if the parking brake is not applied before the vehicle is exited, the vehicle may roll. either scenario increases the risk of crash or injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2019 Ford Ranger
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:floor Shift
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 2,534
Recall Summary:
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 ranger vehicles. the fasteners that attach the transmission shifter cable bracket to the transmission may loosen allowing the transmission to be in a different gear than indicated by the gear shift lever position.
How to Fix:
ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the transmission shift cable bracket fasteners as necessary, and verify the proper transmission shift operation, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin july 1, 2019. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 19s15.
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.
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