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)

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.

Documents (9)

• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Miscellaneous Document - Ford Media Center - 6/12/19
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Safety Recall 19S19
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-3
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-4

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