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Ford Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Trucks over Faulty Transmission Issue
Ford said the issue can cause abrupt wheel-speed reductions and has been linked to 2 injuries and 1 crash.
- Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million Ford F-150 trucks due to unexpected transmission downshifts, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration .
- The 6-speed automatic transmission issue stems from a faulty signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module, causing the vehicle to downshift into second gear unexpectedly.
- Ford reported one crash and two injuries potentially related to the defect, while drivers may notice a dashboard indicator light showing a "wrench" alerting them to the problem.
- Owners can visit Ford or Lincoln dealers to receive a free powertrain control module software update, addressing the safety risk immediately without cost.
- Letters to owners will be mailed out next week to notify them of the safety risk, and owners may contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 for more information.
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