United States2018 Ford F-150 vehicles that were previously repaired under recall number 17V669 are affected; VINs involved will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026. Quickly moving the shift lever from Park to Drive may cause the instrument cluster to lose gear indication and momentarily select an unintended gear (such as Reverse or Neutral), which can cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly and increase the risk of crash or injury. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software free of charge; owner letters were mailed July 9, 2026 and customer service is 1-866-436-7332.
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 17V669. Quickly moving the shift lever from Park to Drive may cause a loss of gear indication on the instrument cluster display and a momentary selection of an unintended gear, such as Reverse or Neutral.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V375000; Manufacturer campaign 26S42
The hazard
Unintended gear selection may cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
What to do
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S42. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
The official notice
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