Mechanic Notes

2018 Ford F-150 Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) recall 26V375000

Safety recall

Component: Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) · Campaign 26V375000 · Reported 09/06/2026

Symptoms / what can happen

Unintended gear selection may cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction, increasing the risk of crash or injury.

Cause

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 17V669. Quickly moving the shift lever from Park to Drive may cause a loss of gear indication on the instrument cluster display and a momentary selection of an unintended gear, such as Reverse or Neutral.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S42. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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