Automatic Transmission Control Module Problems of Ford F-150 - part 1

Component: power train / automatic transmission (6r80 6-speed) description of incident & safety hazard: my 2015 F-150 suddenly lost the ability to shift through its full range of gears and became completely locked between 3rd and 5th gears while driving. This sudden loss of power and gear range in active traffic created an immediate rear-end collision hazard. The vehicle threw diagnostic trouble codes p0720 (output shaft speed sensor) and p0722 (output shaft speed sensor no signal). I have photographic proof of these active codes. The safety recall loophole: I brought the truck to a Ford dealership for safety recall 26s28. However, the dealer only performed a pcm software update and did not replace the physical molded leadframe. Because safety recall 26s28 strictly excludes codes p0720 and p0722 from its replacement criteria, the dealer is completely unauthorized to replace the physical leadframe under this safety campaign, regardless of whether the codes are active. Inexplicably, Ford covers codes p0720 and p0722 under safety recall 24s37 (for older models), but forces 2015 owners with the exact same codes to rely on a non-safety customer satisfaction program (26n04) which carries strict time/mileage limits. This is a dangerous technical loophole. A software patch on a vehicle with a physically failing speed sensor is a temporary band-aid, not a permanent safety fix. The physical leadframe is still defective and will fail again, presenting a continuous safety hazard. Ford must expand safety recall 26s28 to mandate the physical replacement of the molded leadframe for all vehicles presenting with leadframe-related codes, including p0720 and p0722. The vehicle is currently available for inspection.

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I am filing a safety complaint regarding the transmission in my 2019 Ford F-150 equipped with the 5. 0l v8 and 10-speed automatic transmission. My vehicle currently has approximately 88,000 miles. The transmission began experiencing abnormal shifting, including skipping/hesitating between gears, harsh shifting, shuddering, and delayed engagement. At times it would appear to skip 2nd gear and go directly into 3rd. I brought the vehicle to a Ford dealership for diagnosis. Ford of spartanburg performed testing and a road test. Their written diagnosis states that the pcm was tested and had no related dtcs. The technician documented delayed 1-2-3, 2-4 and 3-4 shifts, a 400-500 rpm flare during the 2-4 and 3-4 shifts, and a shudder during the 1-2 shift. The technician checked the transmission fluid and documented that the level was good but that the fluid appeared “super burnt. ” the technician further stated “suspect cdf drum bushing shifted” and recommended replacement of the entire transmission assembly. The Ford dealership's estimate for the recommended transmission replacement is $8,737. 05. I am concerned that a major internal transmission failure involving the cdf drum/bushing can occur at approximately 88,000 miles and result in delayed, erratic, harsh or unexpected shifting. I am particularly concerned about the potential safety implications if the vehicle unexpectedly loses acceleration or does not respond normally while entering traffic, passing, or traveling at highway speeds. I am requesting that NHTSA document this complaint and investigate whether this represents a broader safety-related defect affecting Ford vehicles equipped with this transmission. I have retained the Ford dealership's diagnostic documentation and can provide it if needed.

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I am filing a formal complaint regarding improper service practices, breach of safety recall protocols, and severe resulting vehicle damage committed by fox grand traverse Ford. On April 23, 2026, independent facility kinney’s complete auto repair replaced the lead frame connector on my vehicle. During service, the transmission pan was dropped and inspected. The transmission was certified clean, free of metal shavings, and operating normally. On August 3, 2026, a mobile service technician from fox grand traverse Ford performed safety recall 26s28 (pcm software update) at my workplace parking lot. Ford motor company’s official support guidelines explicitly state: "Ford mobile service is unavailable for recall 26s28. " servicing requires in-dealership pcm reprogramming and post-flash adaptive calibration. Because the service was performed in a parking lot, the technician omitted the mandatory post-flash adaptive learning drive cycle. The vehicle immediately suffered harsh shifting, hydraulic pressure spikes, and forward rolling while in reverse. Fox Ford now demands $7,883. 73 for a complete transmission replacement, falsely claiming there metal shavings in the gear box and that the damage was a "pre-existing condition," despite the recent clean pan inspection from April 2026.

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The vehicle experienced an uncommanded, severe downshift from 5th gear directly into 1st gear while traveling at approximately 45 mph on a public road. This caused sudden, violent engine braking and an immediate drop in speed, creating an extreme rear-end collision hazard and potential loss of vehicle control. This vehicle previously received the pcm software update under Ford safety recall 24s37 (NHTSA campaign 24v444). The software update failed to prevent the sudden downshift event caused by the failing output shaft speed (oss) sensor on the transmission molded lead frame. When contacting Ford corporate customer service and local dealerships, Ford refused to cover diagnostic scanning or hardware replacement, claiming the recall is marked "completed" in their database because the software patch was installed more than 12 months ago. A software update that fails to prevent a 5th-to-1st downshift leaves a defective physical sensor on the road. Ford is refusing to evaluate or remedy a persistent, life-threatening recall failure on a 6r80 transmission.

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Vehicle information: year: 2014 make: Ford model: F-150 component: power train (transmission / powertrain control module) dealership involved:midway motors Ford, 2075 e kansas Ave, mcpherson, KS 67460 complaint description:I am filing a formal safety complaint against Ford motor company and midway motors Ford in mcpherson, KS, for failing to provide a free remedy under active federal safety recall 24s37 (NHTSA campaign 24v444). My 2014 Ford F-150 was brought to the dealership to complete safety recall 24s37, which addresses severe, sudden transmission downshifts. The dealership performed a software update to the powertrain control module (pcm). Immediately following this update, the truck's drivability severely deteriorated, and the transmission began violently slamming into 3rd gear, locking itself into a dangerous transmission fault "limp mode. " the diagnostic scans post-update indicate a failure of the molded lead frame/speed sensor. According to Ford's official technical service bulletin for recall 24s37, physical replacement of the molded lead frame is an explicitly authorized remedy when diagnostic codes appear following the software flash. However, both the local servicing dealership (midway motors Ford) and Ford corporate customer service are actively refusing to perform this physical safety repair free of charge. They are wrongfully claiming that because my vehicle has over 200,000 miles, it is disqualified from financial assistance. They are confusing a federal, non-expiring safety recall with an older, expired warranty extension program (19n01). By refusing to replace the defective lead frame that their own software update triggered into an active failure state, the manufacturer and dealer are leaving my vehicle in an unsafe, undrivable condition and violating federal recall mandates. I request that NHTSA intervene to compel Ford to complete the mandatory safety recall remedy at zero cost to me.

The transmission intermittently enters a failure mode where the wrench warning lamp illuminates and the transmission locks into its current gear, with no further shifting. This has happened multiple times without warning, including at highway speed. It sometimes recovers on its own and resumes normal shifting, then fails again later. The safety risk is loss of gear selection while moving. Depending on the gear it locks into, the vehicle cannot accelerate to merge or maintain traffic speed, or the engine runs at high rpm with no upshift available. The manufacturer has issued a safety recall for this vehicle line citing unexpected transmission downshift as the hazard, which is the same underlying condition. My family rides in this vehicle and I no longer consider it safe. A Ford dealer confirmed the failure. Codes p0715 and p0717 (input/turbine shaft speed sensor circuit) were retrieved from the powertrain control module. No gear ratio codes and no slip codes were present, indicating an electrical fault rather than mechanical failure. The dealer performed the pcm reprogramming remedy under safety recall 26s28. The condition recurred the same day, on the drive home from the dealership, and has continued since. A software calibration cannot repair a degraded electrical connection, so the remedy did not address the failure on this vehicle. The manufacturer's stated root cause is degradation of electrical connections within the transmission molded lead frame. The transmission range sensor circuit and the turbine shaft speed sensor circuit both run on that same lead frame and terminate at the same case connector. Customer satisfaction program 26n04 covers lead frame replacement only when transmission range sensor codes are present. My vehicle is exhibiting failure of the same component through a different circuit on that component, and is excluded from the program despite the same part failing in the same manner.

Ford motor company put out a recall on the pcm. I had the recall performed and it has caused more damage to my truck. It now has eratic shifting, stuck gears, and going into limpmode. Ford forums show that this is an ongoing issue after the reset is performed creating an unsafe vehicle to drive. The check engine light is now on and was not prior to this recall reset.

Did Ford pcm recall, 2-3 days check engine light failed ignition coils $500, filed complaints with dealer and Ford now o have another check engine light with faulty catalytic converter a recall for a faulty part from Ford should be all inclusive in its repairs it’s unfair for me to be out of pocket $2500.

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On Thursday, xxx, at approximately 5:10 am, I was driving my Ford F-150 XLT (VIN: [xxx]) eastbound on [xxx]. While exiting the elevated bridge at the intersection of [xxx] and [xxx] at 55 mph (6th gear), the vehicle experienced a sudden, uncommanded transmission downshift directly from 6th to 1st gear. This caused immediate extreme deceleration, engine over-speed, and locked the rear tires, causing tire slippage and an absolute loss of traction control on a high-speed highway. This severe event put my life and my wife's life in imminent danger of catastrophic injury. After safely pulling over, the malfunction indicator light (check engine) and the powertrain fault warning light (wrench icon) illuminated. The electronic cluster froze and failed to display the gear position. Drive (d) mode was completely unresponsive. I managed to vacate the active roadway using manual (m) mode. While driving in 4th gear in manual mode under extreme caution, a second violent, unintended downshift to 1st gear unexpectedly occurred, confirming the persistent, dangerous nature of this failure. Consequential mechanical damage includes severe transmission clunking noises during gear engagement and a constant internal metallic knocking sound from the engine block caused by the forced over-speed. This failure perfectly matches the technical failure mode described in NHTSA safety recall campaign 26v237 (oss to pcm signal loss). On xxx, at 11:10 am, I personally visited arceneaux Ford inc. (authorized dealership in [xxx]) to report this safety defect, open a service case, and request a safe vehicle inspection and loaner. The dealership explicitly refused to open a case or take action, stating that "Ford motor company does not currently have an engineered solution for this problem," leaving me stranded with an unroadworthy, highly hazardous vehicle. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

My truck has shown wrench on dash multiple times, dropped gear several times suddenly. Less than 10 years old but over 150,000 miles so Ford has agreed to a fix under extended warranty program 26n04. Unfortunately they were allowed to add the phrase whichever comes first. This eliminates me from getting them to fix the cause which is the lead frame module. A pcm will not fix a bad part. This is a dangerous safety issue that should be fixed by Ford. Please save lives and get them to replace all lead frame modules if code finds it bad. It could affect anyone’s family member if an accident results.

Transmission failure/malfunction (known issue), harsh/delayed shifts, downshifting erratically, loss of power on the highway. I stopped driving the truck after having random loss of power going 75 mph, to having no acceleration and almost getting rear-ended twice. I took the truck in to holmes tuttle Ford in tucson, arizona to get the tcm reflashed. They confirmed the harsh/delayed shifting and told me it got worse after the reflash, but they were not able to reproduce the random loss of power. Whenever I experienced the truck going into "limp mode" there was a wrench warning lamp turning on. This is a known defect on the 10r80 transmissions, yet there is no safety recall on it. The truck has 100,242 miles on it.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly decelerated, the tires were dragging, and the engine temperature was high. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact's father performed a diagnostic scan on the vehicle and retrieved a diagnostic trouble code indicating a pcm and engine cooling system failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the coolant hose was replaced, and coolant was added to the vehicle; however, the failure recurred while leaving the dealer 5 minutes later, and the vehicle failed to exceed 10 mph. The vehicle was driven back to the dealer, and it was determined that the coolant temperature sensor had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure might be related to NHTSA campaign number: 26v237000 (power train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a lower gear, causing the powertrain warning light to illuminate. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 26v237000 (power train), and the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the pcm software update was completed; however, the failure recurred two days later. An independent mechanic was contacted, but the contact later received a remedy notification letter that the molded leadframe would be replaced as necessary under an extended coverage program. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the leadframe had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the recall or program because the diagnostic trouble code did not match the required specifications. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact stated that the manufacturer had failed to honor the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 185,000.

On may 10, 2026, my 2016 Ford F-150 (6r80 transmission) went into limp mode and displayed a wrench warning light while driving. The truck lost normal transmission function and would not shift properly, creating a hazardous situation in traffic. The pcm has stored active output shaft speed sensor codes p0720 and p0722, confirmed by a paul miller Ford ids diagnostic scan, indicating a failing molded leadframe inside the transmission. When the oss signal drops out at road speed, the pcm can command a sudden unintended downshift into a low gear, causing abrupt deceleration and potential rear-wheel lockup and loss of control — a serious safety hazard. Ford recall 26s28 (26v-237) / program 26n04 for 2015–2017 F-150s only covers a pcm software recalibration for the transmission range sensor codes (p0705/p0706). It does not replace the leadframe hardware for the oss codes (p0720/p0722) my truck is actually throwing. Ford's system auto-rejected the claim, and a dealer sssc prior-approval request was denied. I am being told to pay out of pocket for a known defective part. For 2014 trucks, Ford replaced this same leadframe for free under recall 24s37 when p0720/p0722 were present. My 2016 has the same transmission, same part, and same failure, but the current recall remedy is software only. I'm filing so NHTSA has documentation that the oss leadframe failure is occurring on 2015–2017 F-150s and to request the remedy be expanded to cover leadframe replacement. No crash or injury occurred; the defect was confirmed by a Ford dealer.

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Took my 2017 Ford F-150 in for a diagnostic on may 8 2026 for wrench symbol check engine light and issues down shifting and sliding tires shop manager and technician claimed the vehicle is unsafe to drive and talked to the service manager deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive wanted it grounded do to the safety concerns related to recall 26s28 (pcm/trs) stated the down shifting is cause catastrophic failure to all mechanical components transmission engine and rear end kidding the tires especially in wet weather the truck would cause a accident. . Cause the sliding of the tires. . So my truck is at apple Ford of lynchburg grounded as of may 9 2026 I still owe on the truck and have no ride dealer nor manufacture was willing to pay for a rental that cost $65 a day wanted me to pay then reimburse me once a remedy was available I cant afford that. . 1600 a month we are roughly 2 months away from hopefully a remedy being available stated by recall website. . So if my truck is showing all the signs of the described in the recall(26s28) has stated in it why is Ford not putting a do not drive on the recall for all these trucks if the technician seems them unsafe. . I shouldn't have to pay for a rental I cant afford cause Ford is lacking a remedy and wont even buy it back cause of safety issues codes po732 inccorect 2nd gear ratio.

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.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission downshifted and upshifted erratically. The power train and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 26v237000 (power train), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the pcm software update was performed; however, the failure persisted. The contact later received a notification that the molded leadframe would be replaced as necessary under an extended coverage program. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the leadframe had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the program because the diagnostic trouble codes did not meet the required specifications. The contact stated that the manufacturer failed to honor the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the repair would be at the owner's expense, and the contact was advised to retain the receipts. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000.

Bought that as used at low milage with good service history indicated with pcm twice made me believe to trust as reliability and regular check ups. Carfax is not really honest, as well as I learned that powertrain itself has nothing to mechanism but actually programing meaning actual pcm itself has troubleshoots and not at its stability. It caused no speed on dash board sometimes even though got served but aftermath it gets more worse. I experienced collapsed in middle of high speed traffic to full stop. But the odd that mpg got great better than only during trouble times like first time ever seen over 15 mpg that reached between 16. 4 to 18. 7 for over a week. Now backward to 14 mpg. On the trouble occurances were r080 downshift to first gear notch caused by faulty outpost shift speed loss sensor. Also code of 19s 07 needs reprogram the powertrain control module has been common and I don't believe wiring is the issue thus the sensor is but reprogram itself is factor although it caused various issue like noise installing from park notch to drive notch, cannot increase or stay constant stead on speed, sometimes caused vibration that had no equality the pcm does not make correct specific of the fault. I checked with auto zone to do diagnosis code on mine was much unspecfic and inaccurate fact in which was not fact thus the manufacturer fails to program the correct troubleshoots. Pcm is very bad. I had to stay under 65 mph either stay at 60 mph sometimes and if I increase the truck has been feeling alike unstead and maybe could get collapsed for a weeks far.

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I am writing to formally report a dangerous safety failure on my Ford F-150 that persists after having the recommended recall service (19s07) performed. While traveling at highway speeds, my vehicle experienced an uncommanded downshift from 6th gear to 1st gear. This caused an immediate and violent deceleration, nearly resulting in a high-speed rear-end collision. This exact failure is the core safety issue addressed by Ford's powertrain control module (pcm) recall, yet the "fix" provided has failed to protect the vehicle from this life-threatening defect. I took the truck to bolivar Ford in tennessee for resolution. However, the dealership refused to perform any further repairs under the recall. They stated that because of my current mileage, the recall coverage has "expired. " furthermore, they diagnosed the issue as a faulty lead frame sensor—the very component linked to these downshift events—and quoted me $2,500 just to begin the repair process. A safety recall is intended to permanently rectify a defect that poses a risk to life and limb. The fact that the vehicle is still performing this dangerous maneuver after the recall was "accomplished" suggests the initial remedy was insufficient or the underlying hardware remains defective. I am requesting that Ford motor company intervene to ensure this vehicle is repaired at no cost to me. Given the severity of the safety risk, I do not believe mileage should disqualify a customer from having a documented, lethal defect corrected—especially when the first repair attempt failed. I look forward to your immediate response regarding how Ford intends to resolve this safety matter.

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The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The powertrain warning light illuminated; however, the warning light was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed of an unknown pcm software recall. The contact was informed that the recall repair needed to be completed. The dealer sent a tech to the residence, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the failure occurred immediately after the pcm software was completed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with leadframe failure. The contact was informed that the leadframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the required failure codes were not displayed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. In addition, the contact recently received a customer satisfaction program: 18664367332. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the customer support program. The contact was advised to contact the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

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.

While driving in the fast lane on the interstate at highway speeds, my 2018 Ford F-150 with a 10-speed (10r80) transmission experienced a sudden hard jerk followed by erratic shifting. The vehicle began shifting unpredictably, including harsh downshifting behavior that caused rapid deceleration. At the same time, the transmission temperature began increasing rapidly, and the truck started overheating. We were forced to quickly move out of the fast lane to avoid traffic and pull over due to safety concerns. This occurred at night on a sketchy exit, approximately four hours from home. We had to wait for help and ended up calling 911 because the situation felt unsafe. We were stranded and had to stay in a hotel. There was no clear warning before this happened. The condition worsened quickly to the point the vehicle could not be safely driven. This created a serious safety risk due to sudden hard jerking, rapid deceleration, overheating, and the need to immediately exit the fast lane, increasing the risk of collision and loss of control at highway speeds. The vehicle previously received a pcm reprogramming update related to transmission performance based on manufacturer service guidance. Despite this, the failure still occurred suddenly and without warning. There have been reports of updated internal components in newer versions of this transmission, suggesting that improvements have been made over time. This issue appears consistent with other reports of sudden downshifting and unsafe shifting behavior in Ford F-150 transmissions.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while his girlfriend was driving approximately 50-55 mph, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted into first gear, and the rear wheels locked up, causing the vehicle to stop in the middle of the road in a slightly sideways position. The powertrain warning light was blinking, and the infotainment screen turned black. Upon restarting the vehicle and shifting to drive(d), the vehicle responded briefly and made a clunking sound. The instrument cluster and the infotainment system were inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an acquaintance's residence, who informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 24v444000 (power train). The vehicle was then towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was later towed to the dealer at the owner's expense. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the pcm had failed and could not connect to the computer at the dealer. The dealer determined that the pcm needed to be replaced for further diagnostic tests. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and several complaints were filed. The failure mileage was approximately 204,000.

Manufacturer recall #24e12 (pcm software update) triggered a po430:00-ed code (catalyst system efficiency below threshold - bank 2) because the new software more strictly monitors the catalytic converter, causing it to detect previously ignored degradation. This reprogram scamming program makes community bothered by paying parts replacements more than 2k, even vehicle was fine before the recall. This needs resolved with free fixed and free catalytic replacement. This is not right to announce a recall with unfinished repair issues left. This needs action. Thanks, so mote it be!.

2024 Ford F-150 platinum powerboost hybrid. Diagnostic codes for power steering loss and can bus communication faults documented at 337 miles, well within the 3-year/36,000-mile new vehicle warranty. The vehicle has been at a Ford dealer since March 10, 2026 for symptoms including the truck randomly turning off while driving and loss of power steering communication. As of this report, the truck has been at the dealer 58 days without resolution. Documented diagnostic findings include: lost communication with pscm (u0131), scp/j1850 communications bus fault (u1028), permanent code p1a42 propulsion system status signal performance, hybrid-specific high voltage system interlock u3523-00, steering position sensor p060a, no communication with power steering control module, intermittent pcm communication during self-tests, bcmc fuse 69 with no power, and circuit cbb69 with no voltage. A Ford field service engineer was dispatched April 23, 2026. On April 24, 2026 the dealer located damaged wiring inside a harness behind the bcmc bracket. Prior to that, the dealer escalated through r&I of multiple modules (pscm, pcm, bcmc, gateway module access) over 45 days without locating the actual cause. The vehicle is currently subject to NHTSA recall 26v104 / Ford 26c10 (trailer module loss of communication at startup) issued 3/18/2026, status recall incomplete. The recall describes the same general failure mode (module communication loss at startup) the customer has been experiencing. Power steering loss while driving is a serious safety concern, particularly given the vehicle's hybrid drivetrain and can-bus-dependent safety systems.

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The contact owns a 2013 Ford f150. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the speedometer went to zero unexpectedly. In addition, the transmission failed to properly shift gears. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, turned off, and minutes later, it was restarted. After the vehicle was restarted, the wrench warning light illuminated. The contact moved the shift lever to reverse(r), then to drive(d). The contact test drove the vehicle around the parking lot at the apartment complex, and the vehicle functioned as intended. The contact's son-in-law took the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed and the contact was informed that dtc: p0722 (powertrain control module (pcm) was receiving "no signal" from the transmission output speed sensor (oss), p1500 (intermittent vehicle speed sensor (vss) signal detected by the powertrain control module (pcm), and p2195 (powertrain control module (pcm) detected that the bank 1 sensor 1 oxygen (O2) sensor signal was stuck lean). The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while the vehicle was turned and when the contact placed the shift lever into reverse(r) the wrench warning light illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle and had not been driven since due to safety concerns. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 166,398.

10 speed [t]ransmission issue first noticed w/ milage under 10k. [t] would “slam” while downshifting from 5/4/3/2 when coming to stop. Gradually progressing in severity w/ increase of milage. [t] has now started to miss gears when upshifting from 3/4/5/6, causing a brief lag in vehicle movement upon acceleration as the transmission attempts to keep up with applied engine power. Dealer has always stated this as “normal. ” dealer also states they “can’t replicate” the issue, even though it has now become a near-daily occurrence. The vehicle also continues to perform a hard downshift from gears already stated. Vehicle is very well maintained and driven appropriately. The original purchasing dealer did perform a pcm update as well as replace the original pcm module around 40k/mi, but issue still is not resolved and progressively worsening. [t] flush & filter replacement was performed recently with scheduled maintenance and nothing was noted regarding abnormalities. Extended bumper-to-bumper warranty is nearing expiration at 100k/mi. Safety-wise, while entering upon a highway, loss of speed while attempting to enter has caused near misses in the past, even with enough space given to enter with moving traffic behind. Vehicle slamming down while coming to a stop causes faster than anticipated stopping or speed reduction. Please feel free to contact me at [xxx] if you may have any additional questions or details regarding. Thank you! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced unexpected transmission downshifts, which required the driver to pull over to the side of the road. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the molded leadframe was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to a transmission specialist, where the transmission was rebuilt. The contact stated that while driving after the repair, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was towed to the transmission specialist, where an unknown repair was performed; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the transmission specialist, where the molded leadframe was replaced, but the failure persisted. The contact received notification for NHTSA campaign number: 26v237000 (power train). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the powertrain control module (pcm) software update was completed; however, the failure recurred the same day. The driver pulled over, turned off and restarted the vehicle, and resumed driving. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the molded leadframe needed to be replaced; however, the contact informed the dealer that the molded leadframe was replaced twice in the previous three months, but the failure persisted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure prior to the recall repair, and a case was filed. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 199,325.

When driving the gas pedal will go dead or not work at all. I will be driving along then try to push the gas at a left hand turn and nothing will happen. I push the pedal to the floor many times and after a period of time it starts to work again. The issue never puts out a code or check engine light. This is a safety issue for not only me and my family but others on the road as well. If the gas pedal was to fully stop working the truck would be stuck and could cause an accident. The dealer told me they could not reproduce the concern, but they did suggest to replace a temp sensor and reprogram pcm which I paid for, the cost was $870. 90.

I am writing to provide supplemental information regarding my existing safety complaints (ids xxxand xxx). This update concerns a documented failure by Ford’s authorized dealer network to perform mandated customer satisfaction programs (csps) that directly correlate to the catastrophic powertrain failures I have experienced. Timeline and documentation of failure: • August & September 2025: as previously reported, my vehicle suffered sudden "reduced power" malfunctions while in motion (p0734/p07f7), leading to a full transmission replacement. Discovery of non-disclosure: my records now confirm that on November 11, 2022—just weeks before I purchased this vehicle as a Ford blue advantage gold certified unit—crossroads Ford (dunn, nc) documented that 21n03 (cam phasers), 21n08 (pcm reprogram), and 21m06 (tailgate) were outstanding. • breach of duty: despite this knowledge, the dealership sold me the vehicle on December 3, 2022, without completing these safety-related service actions. Furthermore, as the registered owner, I never received the required notification from Ford motor company regarding the 21b10 program or its supplements. Safety implication: the failure to apply the 21b10/21n08 updates directly contributed to the mechanical failure of the cam phasers and transmission. This resulted in the vehicle entering "limp mode" during highway operation, creating a severe risk of rear-end collisions due to the sudden loss of motive power. I request that these facts be added to my existing case files. The lack of manufacturer oversight regarding "certified" vehicle standards has resulted in a vehicle that was represented as safe and fully maintained while actually harboring known, unaddressed mechanical defects. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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Transmission shudders until it gets warm, then it slips when accelerating after it's warmed up. Sometimes it goes completely out of gear. I've had the recall update done on the tcm and it made it worse. It has been confirmed by a service center. There are no messages or warning lights and it started slipping 6-8 months ago and has gotten worse. I cannot drive it currently.

Approximately one month ago, I noticed that the vehicle would not accelerate the way it normally does. A error code came on. I took the vehicle to auto zone for error code check. I was informed that the powertrain control module speed sensor had gone bad. I looked this up and found that Ford had a recall on 2011 Ford F-150s for similar issues. I disconnected the battery, as recommended on an internet site, and the vehicle began to operate normally. About one week later, I noticed that the vehicle would not shift above third gear and was accelerating very sluggishly. On further investigation I fount that the vehicle would not shift out of third gear (up or down). I again disconnected/reconnected the battery, and again it began operating normally. I contacted the local Ford dealership and they said that I should have received a letter in may 2019 about the pcm recall. I didn't recall receiving the letter, but Ford motor CO. Customer service says the pcm was actually reprogrammed on March 29, 2019 to repair the issues related to the recall. My concern is that the pcm speed sensor is malfunctioning again even after the repairs were supposedly performed by Ford. I am concerned that the vehicle may again be potentially unsafe to operate at highway speeds. I wanted to make NHTSA aware of the potential for ongoing safety issues with this vehicle even after Ford's proposed fix.

In January 2025, covert Ford [xxx] ) performed a federally mandated pcm recall repair via their mobile service unit. Immediately upon completion, my check engine light (cel) cam e on. Prior to this service, the vehicle had zero warning lights, fault codes, or symptoms of any kind. The cel appeared directly and exclusively following the recall work. The timeline is unambiguous. In March 2025, I returned to covert Ford to have the recall-related fault addressed. Rather than reviewing their own recall work, the dealership charged me a diagnostic fee upfront, followed by additional labor charges, resulting in a bill exceeding $1,100. No diagnostic data, scan results, or technical documentation was ever provided to support their findings. The fault was never resolved. An improperly performed recall can suppress additional fault codes within the vehicle's obd system, leaving the driver unaware of developing powertrain or safety-critical issues. I operated the vehicle with an active, unresolved cel for approximately three months — a condition caused entirely by the recall service itself. A federally mandated recall is a manufacturer's commitment to repair a defect at no cost to the consumer. When that repair introduces a new fault and the consumer is billed over $1,100 to diagnose it, the recall process has fundamentally failed. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

While driving my 2013 f150 eco boost is started shifting erratically. While at 60 mph the truck would down shift on it's own to 1st gear and my truck would skid. Luckily I did not crash but it's dangerous and it's my only transportation. I took it to Ford and they said I needed a $8k transmission replacement. I ended up taking to a transmission shop for a rebuild but shortly after if did it again. The transmission shop replaced the valve but said Ford needed to reflash the tcm. When I asked for them to follow recall 19s07 they said I would need to bring it in and pay them another $400 for a diagnostic and they couldn't just reflash it. Now I'm in a position where I have to drive what feels like a timebomb and I have no way out of it.

2017 f150 with only 48,330 original miles. Having issues with transmission stalling,jerking in between gears. After last night I have had enough due to an almost potentially fatal accident. While making a left hand turn the transmission stalled for way too long and an 18 wheeler came over the hill ( it’s a blind spot turn) and came very close to hitting me broad side of my truck. This issue could have costed me my life. The transmission fluid is fine as it was checked very recently at my last service less than 100 miles ago. The dealership wants 200 dollars just to hook it up to a computer just to see if the tcm is showing any codes. I have already had that checked for free somewhere else and it is not. The dealership will not do anything unless I pay for that to be done first. I cannot afford to give away 200 dollars for free. But if I give them 200 dollars then they can give me an estimate for repair that ranges from 1000 to 10,000 dollars which is what other customers have paid or been taken advantage of for that amount.