Automatic Transmission Control Module problems of the 2016 Ford F-150

Eight problems related to automatic transmission control module have been reported for the 2016 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2016 F-150.

1 Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Failure Date: 04/25/2026

Ford corporate will not reimburse for the repairs that need to be made or provide a loaner car until the recall equipment is available. Need vehicle to drive to work. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? the automatic lead frame has gone due to the pcm recall for my Ford 150 2016 vehicle safety or the safety of others put at risk? family in the car driving to an event has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? yes it has been identified by a local service center with the computer codes were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? yes, orange wrench light came on, sudden downshifting of the vehicle, the traction control would shut off, the gear and drive lights would shut off powertrain control module pcm reprogramming recall incomplete recall service not available right now. We have a remedy but parts are not available right now. We will inform you when the service is available. Or, you can contact your dealer. Issue date 2026-04-14 campaign 26s28/26v237 description on your vehicle, an unexpected downshift to a lower gear may occur and cause an abrupt wheel speed reduction for a short duration. In some cases, this could cause the rear tires to slide until the vehicle speed slows down. You may also experience a malfunction indicator lamp mil andor a powertrain warning lamp wrench symbol in the instrument panel cluster prior to an unintended downshift occurring. Safety risk this may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy a remedy is not yet available. Ford motor company is working to provide software for this repair. When the remedy becomes available, Ford motor company will notify you via mail to schedule a service appointment with your dealer for repairs to be completed free of charge. The remedy is anticipated to be available in July 2026.

2 Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Failure Date: 03/26/2026

My vehicle keeps downshifting randomly at highway speeds and will also not shift out of 1st or 2nd. Rear tires keep locking up. 1. Pcm 2. I have a hard time keeping vehicle in control 3. Yes, active recall can't repair until July 4. Yes, it has been inspected 5. Yes, check engine and wrench light.

3 Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Failure Date: 05/10/2025

Truck suddenly downshift into 5th gear and bucked for second starting out to get up to 60 mph wrench light comes on transmission at 60 mph. Holding back due to communications from the output sensor and the pcm. Took it to a Ford dealer and had transmission flushed it was diagnosed with code po722. Dealer said earlier years of these type of transmission on f150 had same problems.

4 Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Failure Date: 10/05/2024

My truck will suddenly downshift when driving at highway speeds to a lower gear, causing the rear end to lock-up. Same issue that Ford is addressing with the 2014 F-150's with recall 24s37, where they are replacing sensors & reprogramming the pcm. This is going to cause an accident and potential loss of life if this is not fixed by Ford. The recall that was issued should have included many other model years. My truck only has 60k miles on it and have heard of many issues around the same mileage on other years.

5 Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Failure Date: 06/17/2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and accelerating, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to a local dealer to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The dealer replaced the throttle control and the pcm; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.

6 Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2023

The contact's wife owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 75-80 mph, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from 6th gear to 3rd gear. The power train warning light was illuminated. The contact shifted to neutral(n) and pulled to the side of the road. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle operated as needed while driving. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer several times; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the transmission failed to shift from third gear to first gear. The contact was able to continue driving. Additionally, the contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal until the engine revved to 80 mph, and the vehicle responded, but then failed to exceed 5 mph. The contact pulled to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to another dealer, where the transmission control module and the crankshaft pressure sensor were replaced. The vehicle was repaired, and the contact was provided a two year warranty for the tcm. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.

7 Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Failure Date: 03/26/2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on various occasions, the transmission was downshifting into first gear and causing the vehicle to come to sudden stops. The check engine and power train malfunction warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module (tcm) and lead frame needed to be replaced. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 19v433000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was 56,736.

8 Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Failure Date: 06/20/2022

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 45 mph the pcm warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was take to the dealer for diagnosis and they stated that the lead frame needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they stated that the VIN was not under recall and advised to contact NHTSA. The failure mileage was 68,000.




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