Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Recall 26V-375 · 2018 Ford F-150
Ford Motor Company recall 26V-375 covers 10,742 2018 Ford F-150 for a automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) problem, reported to NHTSA on June 9, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 14% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V375000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
Unintended gear selection may cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 13, 2017 to July 11, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.