The NHTSA is conducting an investigation into 1.3 million Ford F-150 trucks, specifically models from 2015 to 2017, following 138 consumer complaints about unexpected transmission downshifts while driving at highway speeds. These incidents reportedly involve a rapid deceleration and temporary rear-wheel lock-up, raising safety concerns due to the potential risk of crashes. Ford has acknowledged the investigation and is cooperating but has not commented on related consumer impacts in Canada. This is part of ongoing investigations into similar issues with F-150 models, highlighting continued concerns about vehicle reliability.
"The truck automatically shifted from 6th Gear to first gear nearly throwing me through the windshield."
"Complaints alleged unexpected transmission downshifts to lower gears while traveling at highway speeds without warning or driver input, followed by the vehicle rapidly decelerating."
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