2015 Ford F-150: stuck in gear or won't shift

Filed Nov 3, 2026 · Transmission · 132,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode, and the rear wheels locked up. The contact stated that the “Power Train” warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was restarted and returned to normal operation. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by telephone. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.

Filed Oct 26, 2026 · Transmission · 138,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle revved abnormally while shifting from 5th gear to 1st gear and nearly completed the downshift. The contact stated that on several occasions, while driving, the vehicle shifted into 5th gear, and when the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, the transmission downshifted within 10 seconds. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle unexpectedly went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was taken to a service center, where it was diagnosed and determined that the lead frame had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Several dealers were contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealers confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.

Filed Oct 19, 2026 · Transmission · 144,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the transmission suddenly downshifted, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the road. During the failure, the wrench warning light illuminated, and the vehicle entered Limp mode. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence, where a code reader retrieved a DTC indicating the torque converter was stuck in the off position. The vehicle was later towed to a local dealer, where the contact was informed that the transmission overheated and required replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train), which confirmed the VIN was included. The contact associated the failure with the recall. The failure mileage was 144,000.

Filed Oct 6, 2026 · Electrical, Transmission · UT

While driving my 2015 Ford F-150, the vehicle experiences a severe and hazardous transmission defect. The transmission unexpectedly drops out of gear while in motion, resulting in an immediate loss of power and acceleration. Simultaneously, the 'D' (Drive) gear indicator light on the instrument cluster goes dark, and both the wrench warning light and check engine light illuminate, forcing the vehicle into an unsafe limp mode. This vehicle is subject to active safety Recall 26S28 / the federal safety agency 26V237 regarding unintended transmission downshifts and Transmission Range Sensor signal loss. I contacted an authorized Ford dealership to have this federally mandated safety recall performed. However, the service department explicitly refused to execute the recall repair, stating that the recall procedure does not solve the problem and makes it worse. The dealership is refusing to perform the required safety service, leaving my vehicle unrepaired and creating a dangerous ongoing safety hazard on public roads

Filed Sep 29, 2026 · Acceleration, Transmission · KY

Had recall 26S28 PCM reprogram done. After recall, check engine light on with code P0721, truck went into limp mode with wrench light after the gear quickly shifted down from a high gear. Dealer will not replace lead frame.

Filed Sep 26, 2026 · Acceleration, Transmission · WY

Just over a month ago, I had my local dealership's mobile service come to perform the covered warranty reset on the powertrain module. Last week, while driving apx 40mph, vehicle went into what I now know was "limp mode" 3 times within a few minute span -- felt like vehicle shifted into neutral, wrench light came on, but did not stay on for more than a few seconds. Had a diagnostic appointment yesterday, and was informed that the molded leadframe and oss sensor need replaced, at a cost of over $1600, including the $233 I paid for diagnostics. Today I found my letter from July regarding Customer Satisfaction Program 26N04. Everything in the letter matches my vehicle's issues, but I am being told by Ford that because my vehicle is not displaying the "correct" code per the service bulletin, it is not eligible for free warranty repair. How is it not eligible? This is a confirmed problem with the entire part, but they don't want to fork over the money to repair a cheaply made component, so they are offering bandage fixes, and paring down the eligibility criteria so narrowly that nobody qualifies to have the problem addressed. This seems predatory and negligent.

Filed Sep 23, 2026 · Acceleration, Electrical · OH

I am writing to formally report a dangerous safety defect involving my 2015 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew Cab. While operating the vehicle, I experienced a sudden and total loss of control. Without warning, the gas pedal lost all tension, the truck abruptly downshifted and went into limp mode, and both the check engine and wrench warning lights illuminated on the dashboard. This loss of control while driving created an immediate and severe safety hazard. My investigation into this failure reveals a widespread pattern of similar incidents involving the transmission molded leadframe. It appears that the failure of this component frequently causes an output shaft speed sensor malfunction, leading to the exact dangerous loss of power I experienced Given the high frequency of these reports from other owners. This loss of control while driving created an immediate and severe safety hazard. Upon experiencing these symptoms, I promptly scheduled an appointment at my local Ford dealership. Despite the service department confirming that the transmission lead frame is failing, Ford refused to perform the repair citing that my specific trouble codes are not currently approved under their policy. This is unacceptable, as these symptoms are identical to those addressed in recall 26S28 and Ford has previously acknowledged that these specific codes are directlv related to this component's failure in other mode years. My investigation into this failure reveals a widespread pattern of similar incidents involving the transmission molded leadframe Given that my vehicle exhibits all the symptoms described in the existing recall, it is clear that this is a systemic manufacturing defect that Ford is failing to adequately address. I request that the federal safety agency investigate this issue and Ford's restrictive repair criteria, as this defect poses a significant risk to myself and the public on the road.

Filed Sep 9, 2026 · Transmission · UT

I own a 2015 Ford F-150 equipped with the 6R80 transmission. I have experienced multiple intermittent transmission problems that I believe may present a safety concern. During one freeway incident, the wrench warning light came on and the transmission went into what appeared to be failsafe/limp mode. The truck would not accelerate normally and I was unable to get the vehicle much above approximately 50 mph. I pulled over, shut the engine off, and restarted it. After restarting, the transmission operated normally again. On multiple other occasions , I had separate incidents where the transmission became stuck in a gear while I was slowing to a stop at a traffic light. When I attempted to accelerate, the engine RPM became very high but the vehicle had very little acceleration. The transmission eventually began operating normally again, but then shifted very harshly into the correct gear. The vehicle currently has DTC P0717, Turbine Shaft Speed Sensor A — No Signal. I am attaching a Ford dealer service record. The service advisor’s written description states that the truck “down shifted to 1st” and was “stck in gear.” I want to clarify that these are the service advisor’s words summarizing my report, I did not tell the advisor that I observed the transmission downshift to first gear. I explained the incident on the freeway, only later learning this was likely the transmission going into failsafe, the wrench light came on, and the truck lost normal acceleration. The same dealer record recommends replacement of the transmission molded leadframe/filter. I am concerned that an intermittent failure involving the 6R80 transmission’s sensor/leadframe system could cause unexpected transmission behavior or loss of normal acceleration while driving, creating a safety hazard.

Filed Aug 31, 2026 · Transmission · WI

After receiving Recall#26S28/the federal safety agency Rcall#26V237, I made appointment for the transmission module remedy upgrade.After getting upgrade, I didn't go a mile when it stuck in 3rd gear and wrench light came on..I took truck back to Ford garage and had to leave it there.A few days later I picked truck up and made it about 5 miles.I took it back ,as they wanted to drive it and try to get correct codes to come up, but all it did was keep coming up as a different code that wasn't warranted...We had a rejection from Ford on a conference call between Ford,Ford garage, and myself...they would only replace "lead frame"if the down shifting code came up...well, they already upgraded that but will not replace "lead frame" that shows a bad realy molded on it...I have truck back after 2 weeks sitting at their shop, but cannot drive it .When I take off from a stop it will do a hard shift into 3rd, wrench light and tranny fan comes on and I have to find a spot to pull over as it will not shift higher.Once shut off, I can restart and continue, but it usually does it several times before I can continue and shifting returns to normal...Recall from Ford shows if software upgrade doesn't rectify problem, they will replace "lead frame"- Ford garage wants me to drive it until code comes up that they need to warranty "lead frame", but its not safe to drive as it now has up-shifting problem.

Filed Jul 29, 2026 · Engine · LA

Ford issued 4 codes for campaign #26S28 (PCM recall). Numerous owners are being denied warranty/safety repairs due to “other codes” appearing after computer update. Same limp mode, same sudden downshifting and will cost us (and many others) thousands in repairs because Ford put out faulty repairs. We will be paying 1800 for 2 codes NOT included but for a part that is integrated with the lead frame. MANY others are documenting similar circumstances online. My 16 yr old child will be driving this vehicle. I have filed numerous complaints under my case number with Ford should their “cheapest fix” cause additional issues.

Filed Jul 27, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · ID

I am submitting this complaint regarding Ford Recall 26S28 (the federal safety agency Recall 26V237). My truck exhibited the dangerous unintended downshift condition described in this recall for several weeks before the repair remedy became available. A few weeks weeks before April 27, 2026, the truck began unexpectedly downshifting from approximately 5th or 6th gear into a much lower gear while driving. Each event caused the truck to enter limp mode, illuminate the wrench light, display multiple warning lights, and shake violently. I had to pull off the road, shut the truck off, wait several minutes, and restart it before it would drive normally again. I immediately reported these incidents to Mike White Ford and was repeatedly told to monitor the vehicle because no recall remedy was available. I reported the issue again during an oil change on April 27, 2026. Driving home from that appointment (9 miles), the truck experienced two more unintended downshifts. We immediately called the dealership and were again told to continue monitoring it. The condition progressively worsened over the next several weeks. On May 31, 2026, the truck experienced six unintended downshifts in one day. After the final event, it became difficult to restart and the check engine light illuminated. By my June 8 appointment, the truck was stuck in permanent limp mode and had to be towed to the dealership. The service manager stated it was "unsafe to drive" and provided a loaner vehicle. The truck later stored DTC P0219 (Engine Overspeed) and P2112 (Throttle Actuator Control System-Stuck Closed). I estimate the unintended downshift occurred approximately 75 times before the truck became inoperable. I opened Ford case CXH08666656S0W4Q2 on July 21, 2026. I respectfully request that the federal safety agency review whether prolonged operation with this known recall condition, while owners awaited a repair remedy, may contribute to additional vehicle failures and increased safety risks.

Filed Jul 9, 2026 · Acceleration, Engine · MA

The truck exhibited the abrupt downshifting upon driving out of the parking lot, this caused great stress and possible accidents to me and family. The transmission continued to get worse and we were in fear of our lives to drive the vehicle on the highway. Once we got the vehicle home it literally would not shift into gear and has been disabled since the first week in XXX. We are plumbing and heat contractors and have lost a great deal of business due to not having a truck/this truck to use for work. We had it towed to Greico Ford in [XXX] on advice from Keith, the Service Mgr. We know the recall is due in XXX. This dealership is now trying to tell us that all the hoses are damaged and wants to charge us $2,000 to repair the hoses. We obviously don't want to do this since we believe the violent jarring and downshifting of the transmission caused by this MFG defect probably caused this and a lot more other problems. MFG Recall #26S28, the federal safety agency Recall# 26V237. I need to know when this recall remedy will be submitted and what are my rights to get this fixed? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)