Trending Now - Ford Issues Recall for 1.4 Million F-150s Over Gearshift Problem

WHO:

CBS News - Ford Motor Company is the automaker involved in the recall.

ABC News - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is the regulatory body mentioned.

WHAT:

Inc - Ford issued more recalls than any other automaker in 2025.

CBS News - Ford is recalling nearly 1.4 million F-150 pickup trucks due to a gearshift issue.

ABC News - The recall affects F-150 light trucks equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission.

ABC News - The recall is due to a gearshift issue that may lead to drivers losing control of their vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

ABC News - Ford is aware of two injuries and one accident possibly related to the gearshift issue.

ABC News - As of early April 2026, Ford has received 444 warranty claims and 105 customer service reports linked to the issue.

WHERE:

ABC News - The recall affects F-150 pickup trucks in the United States.

WHEN:

CBS News - The affected F-150 vehicles were produced between March 12, 2014, and August 18, 2017.

ABC News - Vehicle owners will be notified about the recall by mail.

WHY:

ABC News - The gearshift issue may cause an intermittent selection signal of the transmission range sensor to the powertrain control module, leading to a temporary, unintended downshift into second gear.

HOW:

ABC News - Vehicle owners will be instructed to bring their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have their powertrain control module calibration updated at no cost.

(UPDATED April 17, 2026 17:17 UTC)

Ford has made headlines by issuing more recalls than any other automaker in 2025. This significant move highlights the company's commitment to safety and customer satisfaction. As of 17:17 UTC, Ford's proactive approach has set a notable precedent in the automotive industry.

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(UPDATED April 17, 2026 15:19 UTC)

Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million F-150 pickup trucks in the United States due to a gearshift issue that could lead to drivers losing control of their vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects F-150 light trucks equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission, produced between March 12thth, 2014, and August 18thth, 2017, and vehicle owners will be notified by mail. Owners will need to bring their vehicles to a Ford or Lincoln dealer for a free update to the powertrain control module calibration to address the problem.