2014 Ford F-150 Recall for Transmission Control Issue
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Ford is recalling 44,963 model year 2014 F-150 vehicles due to a transmission control module issue that can cause unexpected downshifts.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on July 12, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2014 F-150 vehicles that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall 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.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 44,963 units of model year 2014 Ford F-150 vehicles. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V378000 and Ford's recall number is 26S45.
What You Should Do
Dealers will update the PCM software free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Why This Matters
Unexpected downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V378000: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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