Ford product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 10, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2013 Ford F-150

Recall number

19V433000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 107,857 units

Why it was recalled

Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.