2021 Ford F-150 recall: Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V188000
- Reported
- March 25, 2022
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Part
- Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
- Vehicles affected
- About 47,084
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.
Safety risk
An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 12, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S15.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Ford F-150 (2021). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 12, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S15.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.