Unexpected Downshift Can Cause Loss of Control
Ford Motor Company
Which vehicles may be affected?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V444. A loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM) can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into first gear.
Potentially affected: 44,963
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What NHTSA says
Component
POWER TRAIN
Consequence
Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S45. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Is a fix available?
Call your dealership to schedule the repair. They can confirm whether the parts are in and order them if not.
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Source
NHTSA campaign number: 26V378000
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V378000
Report date: June 9, 2026
Last updated: November 2, 2026
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