Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Recall 25V-169 · 2021 Ford F-150
Ford Motor Company recall 25V-169 covers 567 2021 Ford F-150 for a automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) problem, reported to NHTSA on March 14, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 50% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V169000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The 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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
50%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 14 vehicles were listed as unreachable.