Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Power Train — Automatic Transmission
Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (TCM/PCM/Tecm)

Date Announced
JUN 10, 2019
Vehicles Affected
107,857
Ford Recall #
19S19
NHTSA Campaign #
19V433000
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with 5.0L or 6.2L gasoline engines, that previously had the powertrain control module (PCM) software reprogrammed under recall 19V-075. The software used to reprogram the PCM did not have the necessary updates to prevent the transmission from unexpectedly downshifting into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Actions
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S19.
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