general problems of the 2013 Ford F-150 - part 2

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 20-30 mph, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and shifted to neutral(n). The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the contact noticed that the speedometer was inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle was significantly sluggish while driving from a complete stop, and the tachometer failed to exceed 2,000 rpm while driving. The contact activated the hazard lights and was able to drive to the residence. The contact scanned the vehicle with a scanner and retrieved diagnostic trouble codes indicating an output shaft speed sensor failure. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 19v075000 (power train), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered and provided an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the contact to pay for the repair and might be reimbursed at a later date. The failure mileage was approximately 228,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, causing the wheels to lock up and the vehicle to fishtail into three lanes of traffic. The contact shifted the transmission to neutral (n) and coasted the vehicle off the highway. The contact then shifted the transmission into drive(d) and was able to correct the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who performed the recall repair under NHTSA campaign number: 19v075000 (power train); however, the failure recurred while driving at 40 mph, almost causing a crash. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 146,807.

Random hard shifting and acceleration issue started after I had the vehicle put in service for recall, never had any issue like it before the recall was completed. My computer shows a p0720 and p0721 error. This makes me feel unsafe to drive the vehicle because of the random acceleration and shifting that occurs without any input from me as the driver. Crown motors of redding CA advising that the issue is not recall related and refuses to look at vehicle without doing a 300 dollar diagnostic, I’ve asked them several times if they will look at it for just the recall to make sure they have refused and have said things like “drive it for a 100 miles that should correct it”.

This is related to an oem metal failure at the aluminum connection points. My 2013 Ford F-150s, experienced leakage of the high-pressure transmission cooler line. The leakage was due to corrosion and metal fatigue. If it had failed it would have resulted in a rapid fluid loss, transmission overheating, and a complete failure. The failure was related to corrosion & metal fatigue. The aluminum quick connect portion of the oem lines on the driver's side began leaking due to corrosion, and vibrations. There have been numerous reports of a broken line causing a rapid and complete loss of transmission fluid. Without sufficient fluid, the transmission failed leading to trucks stopping in heavy traffic. Due to reports of these catastrophic failures, I checked my lines and noted leaks. I proactively had the local Ford dealer perform the repairs. I have the parts in my possession.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the instrument cluster blinked off and on. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. In addition, the contact stated that when the vehicle was purchased in 2023, the contact was informed that an unknown software recall had been performed. The contact was informed that the unknown recall was a software update for the powertrain control module. The contact stated that the failure occurred. The contact later discovered that the recall had not been performed by the dealer where the vehicle was purchased. The contact contacted an alternate dealer who provided mobile service. The unknown recall for the powertrain control module software update was performed. The contact was informed that a second software update was needed. The failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the recall due to mileage limitations. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 220,000.

Same transmission issues as 2015-2017 Ford f150 under investigation right now. Has the 6r80 transmission and the same affected sensor. My truck will downshift then not shift correctly again til shut off for a while.

Transmission down shifting and sticking in gear intermittently. Google search shows this: Ford has issued recalls and extended warranty programs for a molded lead frame issue in its automatic transmissions, particularly the 6r80 in F-150s from 2011-2013 and a 2014-only recall (24s37), where a faulty output speed sensor could cause an unintended downshift to first gear. This downshift can lead to the loss of vehicle control and an increased crash risk, although Ford also had a separate recall in 2016 for 2011-2013 F-150s with six-speed transmissions that could suddenly downshift. I called Ford service and was told the program expired and nothing could be done at this time.

Vechicle shuts off during high speeds causing driver to loose control and driver and passengers to be tossed around even while constrained with seat belts.

My truck speedometer stopped working while driving 65mph. At the same time, shifting became erratic and unpredictable, causing a very unsafe condition almost causing my truck to lose control. The check engine light immediately came on. After diagnostics, the engine code was "p0720 permanent, output shaft speed sensor circuit. " this is a known problem with Ford and Ford recall # 19n01, "transmission molded leadframe extended coverage. " when taken to the dealership, they admitted this was the exact problem that needed to be fixed, but the recall expired in 2023 so it would now cost me over $1800 to fix the leadframe. I am reporting this because these exact issues are happening to a lot of people even after the recall has expired. This is a defective part that should be covered by Ford. This recall should be extended. I never got any notices or letters from Ford regarding this problem, probably because I am not the original owner of the truck. I have not uploaded an invoice because the repair has not been completed yet, but I am happy to do this at a later time once the repair is completed.

At about [xxx] [xxx], Tuesday, I was n/b on [xxx] , my speed was approximately 60 mph. All of a sudden, my brakes locked up as if I slammed on by brakes. Although a safe distance behind my, vehicles behind me had to swerve out of my way due to the sudden breaking. After pulling over, I checked the undercarriage, thinking I might have hit something, but everything was clear. Not knowing what had just happened I got back onto the highway and when I reached a speed of approximately 65 mph it did it again causing my truck to swerve into the oncoming lane of traffic. I still didn't know what was going on because there were no physical signs indicating such and no warning lights illuminated. After pulling over once again I called a transmission shop and explained what had just happed and asked if they could look at my truck to see what was going on. They told me it would be about three months before they can get me in, but said they know what exactly had happened. When I asked them to please tell me what had occurred, they told me the transmission suddenly went from 5th gear down to 1st gear due to a "transmission molded lead frame issue" I had no idea what he was talking about, and he said the fix is a simple one that involved a computer software update. Well, I learned that in 2019 there was a "customer satisfaction program" for this issue but the problem is I knew nothing about it and when I purchased the vehicle in 2022, I wasn't told about this. Now, the Ford dealership I took the truck to said the "customer satisfaction program" that was issued had expired and I would have to pay for the repair. I'm confused because when I first started researching this issue the carfax at the time I purchased the vehicle was a "customer satisfaction program", and after talking to the hanford auto sales, in California, I purchased the vehicle they said they didn't do anything because it was just a "customer satisfaction program". Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

On 8/2/25, driving home after dinner with the family my 2013 f150 did hard downshift and the service light came on so went to an auto store for the code. It was the code 19so7 which turned out to be a software oss update that was under a recall. Took truck to Ford to do recall and they stated that they did a software update. After picking up the truck we are still having the same hard downshift but now it flashes my airbag light and I loose dash information. Truck was taken back in and Ford says it’s another code with no check engine light but stating that it’s the lead frame issue which was a part of a recall associated the hard downshift safety issue. Dealership reached out to Ford customer satisfaction program because there was a campaign (19n01) that’s still up on their site that would take care of the faulty lead frame associated with the recall. However, Ford denied assisting this safety hazard due to the time they had in the campaign which was 10 years/150,000 miles. The truck is under 95,000 miles. The truck cannot be safely driven, the original problem I took the truck in for, which was a safety recall, is not resolved and worse than when I took it in.

Transmission down shifts and slam you into windshield cars behind you has to slam on there brakes.

Transmission downshift in low gear at highway speeds, almost lost control, afraid of any transmission damage, looked online for other Ford p/ups with same 6speed transmission problems and of course they are millions of recalls but my VIN # isn’t included, called Ford motor CO, seems like they are just passing the buck , I know it’s the same exact problem, wondering if I should go to local news station to report it as an ongoing issue, and I would like this investigated !!!!.

I was driving on the highway at 55 mph and my truck downshifted to fist gear and the speedometer went to zero with the wrench light coming on. The system that malfunctioned was the molded lead frame for the transmission that was a customer satisfaction program with Ford that I was not notified about. My safety was at risk because I was traveling at a high rate of speed before my truck downshifted into first gear. My problem has been confirmed by my local Ford dealer and repaired at my own cost. The vehicle has been inspected by my local Ford dealer. No other symptoms prior to the failure.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission lead frame had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

While driving at highway speeds, about 55mph, transmission just jerked. Happened multiple times until I could get it in to be serviced. Service light comes on, speedometer goes to zero, safety lights come on and its not able to downshift. I fear this could be a very dangerous especially at this speeds. . After stopping and turning of the road it still would not reset. It would not reset until I parked the vehicle and shutdown then restarted. Picture attached shows the dash. . . . . While going 55 speedometer went to zero. Was in 5 gear and would not change, mileage went to "--------" engine light and airbag lights come on. . . . . . Nhtsa site shows no recalls but Ford does show their own recall. Ford will not cover this repair because they said they notified of a recall but nothing was ever sent to me or told to me in any previous trips to dealership. This is a known safety risk and Ford should still be pushing to get these parts replaced. Fords campaign after to search online. 19n01 description transmission molded leadframe.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at approximately 35 mph downhill, the vehicle downshifted to 2nd gear inadvertently. The tow warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,520.

Transmission downshifts while driving transmission stays in first gear transmission bangs wrench appears on dash all control is lost.

The truck drops from sixth gear to fourth gear randomly while at high speeds. I took it in and they told me it was not covered by the recall that was done a couple years ago for this very same reason. I took it into five star Ford in plano texas. They told me that recall expired. I took it in then and they supposed changed out faulty parts.

Wrench displayed today, transmission was hard shifting trying to go in and out of gear.

You will be driving down the road and it would downshift gears you guys have a recall on this already but my truck doesn't qualify for it apparently the downshifting is periodically it's not consistent.

*transmission downshifted while traveling 15 mph *unsafe condition traveling on roadway *temporary loss of control *wrench appeared, shifted hard into first gear.

*transmission downshifts while driving at normal traffic speeds *sudden stops in traffic *wrench appeared on dash, lost all digital numbers, I e. Speed. . . As soon as downshift.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into a lower gear with the transmission and engine warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was able to pull over and restart the vehicle, and the vehicle resumed normal driving functionality. The local dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was previously repaired under customer satisfaction program: 19n01; however, the VIN was no longer covered under the customer satisfaction program. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 164,000.

The contact's son owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her son was driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The contact stated that the power train warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with output speed shaft sensor failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.

Driving at speeds of around 55mph it downshifted into 1st gear this happen at least 3 times. Luckily no one was close behind when it happened .

The incident happens while driving home from work. I was on the highway going around 60mph. The vehicle then shifted from 6th gear to 1st gear. My rear tires locked up and the vehicle started to fish tail as it was screeching to a halt. I was able to shift to neutral, maintain control and pull over to the side of the highway. I believe the transmission is the component that malfunctioned. My saftey and the saftey of others was put at risk by the vehicle locking the tires up at highway speeds. I believe if the circumstances had been different, this malfunction could have cause serious injury or death to myself as well as other vehicles around me. The problem has not been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent inspector. The vehicle or component has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police or insurance representatives. Prior warnings or messages are unknown. There were no warning lamps on the vehicle when the incident happened.

I never got a notification regarding the recall for the transmission lead frame code. I just recently started having issues with this problem, where my truck will downshift to 1st gear while driving at highway speeds. This nearly threw me and my two young daughters off the road. I took it to the dealership, and they told me that they are unable to help me due to the 10-year mark being passed, even though my truck has less than 103,000 miles. So now I am out of a vehicle, and Ford is not willing to help.

My 2013 has the same transmission problem of an unexpected downshift to 1st gear while driving at highway speeds as the newer model year f150’s. I would like to see all f150’s with that model transmission (6r80) included into the recall. I believe this would include 2011 through 2018 model years.

Ford dealership jack kissee in claremore, ok is telling me my truck is 6k miles out of warranty for recall 19n01. I have owned my 2013 f150 for less than 2 years with no knowledge of any previous recalls or repairs needed by Ford. This has not been an ongoing issue and has only happened within the last 1,000 miles I have put on my truck. Wrench light and icon pop up on the dash and puts the truck into limp mode until I can get pulled over and get the truck shut off. Safety risk to everyone on the rode. Please let me know if there is a way this recall 19n01 can be covered. Thank you.

F150 downshifted into first gear while driving down the highway at full speed. Speedometer stopped registering. Sudden and abrupt deceleration. Engine warning light on. Took the truck to the local Ford dealer, malloy Ford charlottesville, va and service department said the molded leadframe needed to be replaced per customer satifaction program (csp) 19n01, but Ford would not cover the cost. I believe that Ford needs to cover the cost. I never received a letter notification from Ford and had it in service at the same dealer in August 2022 and they did not notify me of the outstanding csp and need to service per 19n01.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the diagnostic result was not provided to the contact. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 45 mph, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from high gear to a low gear. The contact stated that the “service vehicle soon” warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the transmission lead frame was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced customer satisfaction program: 19n01; as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 118,408.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. While the contact's son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the rpm increased, and the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The failure had occurred while the contact's son was driving on a busy highway. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road and the vehicle was turned off. The vehicle was restarted and driven to the intended destination. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed osc sensor. The contact was informed that the osc sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 19v433000 (power train) as a possible cause for the failure. The contact was informed that the recall had expired, and the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 mph, the transmission downshift to first gear. The contact stated that the vehicle slowed as if the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the speedometer showed "0" miles per hour and the "wrench" symbol was illuminated. The contact pulled off the roadway and had the vehicle towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission leadframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that there was a customer satisfaction program number: 19n01 - transmission molded leadframe extended coverage (power train); however, the vehicle was no longer under coverage. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.