2014 Ford F-150 Transmission Downshift Recall 26S45
Ford is recalling 44,963 model year 2014 F-150 vehicles due to an unexpected transmission downshift into first gear, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control. This recall, identified as Ford 26S45, addresses an issue from a previous incorrect repair.
Why this matters
An unexpected downshift into first gear while driving can be extremely dangerous. This sudden change in gear ratio can cause a loss of vehicle control, significantly increasing the risk of a crash for you and others on the road.
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2014 F-150 vehicles. These vehicles were previously repaired under recall number 24V444, but the repair was incorrect. The issue stems from a loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM).
This signal loss can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into first gear. The component implicated in this recall is the POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). This 2014 Ford F-150 recall affects 44,963 units in the U.S.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owners of 2014 Ford F-150 trucks can determine if their vehicle is part of this safety recall by contacting Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's specific number for this recall is 26S45. You can also visit the NHTSA website and use your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to check for open recalls. VINs involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Manufacturer's remedy
Ford dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software in affected vehicles. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. The updated software aims to prevent the loss of signal that causes the unexpected downshift.
What owners should know
Owner notification letters for this 2014 Ford F-150 recall were mailed on July 8, 2026. It is important to address this recall promptly to ensure your vehicle's safety. If you have any concerns or questions, contact Ford customer service using the provided number.
Source: NHTSA ID 26V378000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the issue with the 2014 Ford F-150 transmission?
- The 2014 Ford F-150 recall 26S45 addresses an issue where a loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM) can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into first gear, leading to a loss of vehicle control.
- How will Ford fix the unexpected downshift issue?
- Ford dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software in affected 2014 Ford F-150 vehicles. This software update will be provided free of charge to owners.
- How many vehicles are affected by Ford recall 26S45?
- This recall, identified as Ford 26S45, affects 44,963 model year 2014 Ford F-150 vehicles in the U.S.
- When will I be notified about the 2014 Ford F-150 recall?
- Owner notification letters for recall 26S45 were mailed on July 8, 2026. You can also check your VIN on NHTSA.gov starting July 6, 2026.
What Ford F-150 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 39,812
- Owner complaints
- 226
- Recalls
- 2,759
- Service bulletins
- 1,679
- Crashes reported
- 2,104
- Fires reported
- 1,496
- Injuries reported
The 2014 model year
1,539 complaints, the 9th most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 39 crashes, 16 fires and 37 injuries for this year, which also has 8 recalls on file.
Power Train, the system this article covers, accounts for 9,483 of 39,812 complaints (24%), including 426 for 2014.
Complaints by model year
| 1997 | 2,758 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2,029 | |
| 2011 | 2,194 | |
| 2012 | 1,784 | |
| 2013 | 2,994 | |
| 2014 | 1,539 | |
| 2015 | 1,746 | |
| 2016 | 2,093 | |
| 2017 | 1,465 | |
| 2018 | 2,327 |
Most-reported systems
- Power Train — 9,483
- Engine — 4,618
- Electrical System — 4,362
- Service Brakes — 3,838
- Vehicle Speed Control — 2,924
Latest recalls for the 2014 model year
- 26V378000 — Power Train (Jun 2026)
- 24V444000 — Power Train (Jun 2024)
- 20V332000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Jun 2020)
Recent owner reports about power train
I was driving up the Interstate I565 heading towards Decatur Al from Huntsville Al. I was cruising at about 80 mph. All of a sudden my trucks transmission downshifted into first gear causing my back end to fish tail and the RPM's maxed out in the red and the…
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train); however, a failure occurred after the recall repair.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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