2019 Ford Expedition: stuck in gear or won't shift

Filed Oct 23, 2026 · Acceleration · PA

While driving my 2019 Ford Expedition uphill with my wife and children in the vehicle, the transmission unexpectedly dropped into a lower gear and the vehicle's normal drivability was disrupted. The event occurred suddenly and created a dangerous situation because the vehicle did not shift or respond the way I expected while actively traveling on the roadway. I had received no indication that such a sudden transmission malfunction was about to occur. I am concerned about the potential for a crash if this occurs during acceleration, while climbing a hill, or in surrounding traffic. I subsequently learned that Ford has issued technical service bulletins concerning harsh or delayed transmission shifting in 2018-2021 Expeditions equipped with the 10R80 transmission.

Filed Sep 27, 2026 · Transmission · TX

Our 2019 Ford Expedition Max Platinum (VIN [XXX]) is covered by the federal safety agency recall [XXX] / Ford recall 26S48 for the transmission park system defect. Transmission problems began not long after purchase, within the warranty period. The transmission shifted hard and banged loudly during acceleration. We reported this to the dealer on multiple occasions. The dealer's repeated response was PCM reprogramming, which never corrected the condition, and the dealer repeatedly stated they could not replicate the problem. The transmission was never repaired under warranty. In XXX, an independent shop, [XXX], diagnosed a stored TCM code P07E6, "Stuck in Park." The vehicle now attempts to shift into Park on its own and jumps out of gear while driving. It is barely drivable. The dealer quoted approximately $9,867 to replace the transmission and did not acknowledge the open recall on the VIN, despite the recall appearing in both the federal safety agency's and Ford's own VIN lookups. I contacted the Ford Customer Relationship Center referencing recall 26S48. The representative stated nothing could be done because this is an advance-notice recall, refused to open a case number, refused escalation to a regional manager, and ended the call. Ford separately instructed the dealership not to open a ticket. The permanent remedy is not expected until Q2 2027. The vehicle is unsafe to drive now. Ford has offered no interim remedy, no inspection, no loaner, and no case number. I am proceeding with an out-of-pocket transmission replacement because the vehicle cannot safely remain in service for another year. I am filing because the interim remedy is inadequate for owners whose vehicles have already failed, because warranty complaints were dismissed as unable to replicate, and because Ford declined to document my report. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jun 30, 2026 · Transmission · 40,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V402000 (Power Train). The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at speeds over 40 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. While the transmission was shifting gear, there was an abnormal metal clanking sound coming from the vehicle. The check engine warning light and other unknown warning lights were illuminated, and the message "See Service Manual" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the residence and then to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. An unknown code indicating that the transmission was stuck in park(P) was displayed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.

Filed Jun 10, 2026 · Acceleration, Engine · TX

Multiple times we have received Powertrain Failure warnings. These warnings typically happen when driving in cruise control but also happens in normal driving. The car has trouble shifting gears, gets stuck in gears, and has trouble downshifting. This creates unsafe and unstable driving especially at high speeds. Repeated visits to the dealer have yielded no results and the dealer has not mentioned transmission work one time despite a clear issue and widespread issues with this transmission model. This issue has been persistent since the car was bought.

Filed Sep 30, 2025 · Transmission · WA

Ford 10 speed automatic transmission. Driving at highway speeds the vehicle suddenly went into limp mode. This dropped the vehicle speed from 70 mph to 20 mph without warning. A flashing wrench indicator light on the dash illuminated. A grinding noise coming from underneath the vehicle occurred. Our vehicle has an extended warranty. The vehicle was dropped off at the dealership it was purchased from. Dealership stated the separator plate inside the transmission was defective and needed replaced. The work was completed and the vehicle has been returned to us. This could have caused a significant accident on the freeway. Luckily with experienced drivers this was avoided.

Filed Apr 18, 2025 · Engine · 80,000 miles · SC

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was 6,000 miles outside of the warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Filed Sep 5, 2024 · Engine · IL

The car will randomly downshift or not upshift, drastically changing the handeling. It will get stuck in gears (Like 7th) and then not accelerate in traffic from a stop. The shifts are harsh enought that the tires with loose traction in wet conditions... The car is unsafe to drive and the dealer can't find a solution, other than I pay for a new transmission. The problems started with a software update for shifting into 1st gear at speed. This happens too often!

Filed Jul 24, 2024 · Transmission · SC

Transmission will not shift properly under acceleration and will make loud clunking noises when shifting.

Filed Jan 29, 2024 · Transmission · IN

Powertrain malfunction per engine light on dash and ford app description. Car lost gas power and immediately came to a halt. When trying to get car going it would not shift into gear. Got it to the ford parts store and they said it needs a complete new transmission. There were no warnings prior to the transmission going out.

Filed Aug 9, 2023 · Transmission · NE

Transmission has been clunky since new purchase in 2019. Has been to dealer several times for diagnosis. No resolution. Usually cannot reproduce when dealer has car. Recently dealer did some work on the transmission and then it failed on a long highway trip. Transmission overheated. Went into limp mode. Now stuck at a dealer 300 miles away. Dealer can’t reproduce the problem when they drive it around the block and somehow there are no obd codes so they won’t do any work on it, but also ford won’t pay to have it transported to our home dealer.

Filed Mar 6, 2023 · Transmission · 83,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The contact stated that it was as if the vehicle was stuck in second or third gear. The contact stated that when the transmission attempted to shift to the next gear, the engine revved loudly, and the vehicle jolted into gear. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but had gradually become constant. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the dealer had rebuilt the transmission previously. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.

Filed Feb 18, 2023 · Transmission · TX

Transmission shifts really hard , will not go into gear, and downshifts unexpectedly. Dealership said if they cannot make it happen on test drive nothing they can do. Ongoing problem with thousands of vehicles. 10 speed Transmission is the problem.