Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with ten-speed transmissions
— Recall Campaign #17V671000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with ten-speed transmissions. The pin that attaches the transmission shift linkage to the transmission may come out, preventing the transmission from responding to movement of the shift lever.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 11,783 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V671000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 24, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V671000 |
| Units affected: | 11,783 |
- Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with ten-speed transmissions. The pin that attaches the transmission shift linkage to the transmission may come out, preventing the transmission from responding to movement of the shift lever.
- Consequeces:
- The disconnected linkage may cause the vehicle to not move forward or backward as selected by the driver with the shift lever. Additionally, despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the roll pin with an updated part, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S36.
- Notes:
- 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.safercar.gov.