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2021 Ford F-150 recall: Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA campaign 25V-169 · March 14, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
25V169000
Reported
March 14, 2025
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Part
Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Vehicles affected
About 567

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-188. 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 April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S24.

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 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to 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 April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S24.

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.