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US opens probe into nearly 1.3 million Ford F-150 trucks over unexpected gear shift

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating nearly 1.3 million Ford F-150 trucks due to reports of unexpected gear downshifts, leading to temporary rear-wheel lock-up, according to NHTSA.
Reports from 138 consumers indicate that the trucks unexpectedly downshifted while traveling at highway speeds without warning, causing rapid deceleration and potential loss of control.
NHTSA emphasized that this issue could increase the risk of a crash, although no accidents or fires have been reported so far.
A Ford spokesperson confirmed that the automaker is cooperating with NHTSA's investigation, which involves vehicles with six-speed transmissions.

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