Overview

• The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a 'Preliminary Evaluation' into nearly 1.3 million Ford F-150 trucks from 2015-2017 model years.
• The investigation follows 138 consumer complaints about unexpected downshifts causing rapid deceleration and potential loss of vehicle control.
• The issue involves six-speed transmissions, with some reports alleging the rear wheels momentarily lock or skid during the downshift.
• Ford has had prior recalls for similar transmission issues in other F-150 models and is cooperating with the current investigation.
• No crashes or injuries have been reported so far, and the evaluation aims to determine the scope and severity of the safety risks.