An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.

Power Train — Automatic Transmission

Date Announced

APR 27, 2016

Vehicles Affected

153,581

Ford Recall #

16S19

NHTSA Campaign #

16V248000

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.

Actions

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S19.

Documents (17)

• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Chronology
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Press Release
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - April 26, 2016 SUBJECT: DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Advance Notice - Safety Recall 16S19
• Chronology
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 1
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)/TSB ...
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2016-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2017-1
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2016-4
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2017-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #5, 2017-3
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #6, 2017-4