""This may lead to an unexpected downshift into a lower gear while the vehicle is in motion," a Ford spokesperson told CBC News in an emailed statement."
"The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's safety recall report said the issue may cause an abrupt reduction in wheel speed for a short period of time, which in some situations could cause the rear tires to slide until the vehicle speed slows."
"Ford says dealers can update the vehicles' Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, which should fix the issue."
"If an affected vehicle previously displayed 'specific diagnostic trouble codes' related to that sensor, Ford says it will replace the transmission lead frame for free."
Ford is recalling 144,000 F-150 trucks in Canada due to a gearshift issue that affects driver control. The recall involves vehicles with six-speed automatic transmissions manufactured between 2015 and 2017. In the U.S., nearly 1.4 million vehicles are affected, including some 2014 models. Deteriorated electrical connections in the transmission lead frame can cause signal issues, potentially leading to unexpected downshifts while in motion. Ford is aware of two injuries and one accident related to this issue. Dealers can update the Powertrain Control Module software to resolve the problem.
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