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04/24/2026 | Press release | Archived content

Transport Canada Recall - 2026189 - FORD

Vehicle recall

Transport Canada Recall - 2026189 - FORD

Last updated
2026-04-24

Summary

Product
Light Truck & Van recalled by FORD
Issue
Vehicle - Powertrain
What to do
Please see corrective actions section below

Issue

Issue: On certain trucks, a software problem could cause the transmission to downshift suddenly to second gear. If this happens, there could be a loss of control. Note: This recall only affects trucks equipped with a 6-speed transmission. Safety Risk: A loss of control could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to update the powertrain control module software.

Additional information

Background
Visit Transport Canada's Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.
Details
Original published date: 2026-04-15
Alert / recall type
Vehicle recall
Category
Vehicles - Light Truck & Van
Companies
Published by
Transport Canada
Audience
General public
Identification number
RA-81972
Transport Canada ID
2026189

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