2017 Ford F-150 power train problems

“The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. The dealer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where DTC: P0715 was retrieved. The contact was informed that the recall repair could not be completed without additional fault codes. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 59,060.”

“The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a lower gear, and the vehicle slowed down abruptly. Additionally, the wrench warning light was illuminated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.”

“Hello. I recently went in for fords recall regarding 2015-2017 6R80 Transmissions and their limp mode and sudden downshift issues. I got the recall done July 31st (if memory serves) But the fix did not work. I came back in September 3rd to complain and ask them to diagnose and asked if they would fix it this time under the same recall. After 3 hours of waiting they said that my code “P0722-00” does not qualify for lead frame replacement nor did they attempt another fix. I believe this is entirely unprofessional and borderline dangerous. Not everyone can afford a 1200$ repair, especially not for something that should’ve been fixed under the recall. I’ve heard of other potential reports just like this one and wanted to make our voices known. This took place at the Ford dealership in Eden NC. (Tri city ford) But there is one major thing I’d like to add. The staff was extremely professional and welcoming and explained everything thoroughly, just simply nothing they could do at this level. I do not want anyone to be fired or anything like that. I simply want my truck to be safe to drive again, since they claim it can suddenly downshift and break the wheels lose. It is my only car.”

“My 2017 Ford F-150 is experiencing serious transmission issues that appear to be related to Safety Recall 26S28. The vehicle is shifting harshly, failing to shift properly, shifting only into 3rd and 5th gears, sometimes failing to engage 6th gear, and occasionally losing all power. A generic wrench warning appears on the dash with the message “See Service Manual.” A code reader also displays diagnostic trouble code P0722. I took my vehicle to Great Lakes Ford of Muskegon, where the dealership diagnosed the issue and confirmed that the lead frame needs to be replaced. The lead frame is the component addressed by this recall. However, the dealership stated that because the vehicle was not displaying a specific required code, they could not perform the repair under the recall. My vehicle is currently not drivable and is clearly exhibiting serious symptoms consistent with the issue addressed by the recall. Despite this, I have been told that I must pay approximately $1,500 out of pocket to repair a component that I believe should be covered under Ford’s recall. This issue presents a significant safety hazard. When the problem first occurred, I was making a left…”

“SUPPLEMENTAL DEFECT REPORT ATTACHMENT Original NHTSA Complaint ID: [Case#11770807]/[Case #11772091] Vehicle suffered an identical uncommanded rear-wheel lockup and immediate drop to a low gear at highway speeds in October 2025. Kendall Ford replaced a Gateway Module rather than the transmission molded leadframe. The vehicle is now displaying active codes P0715 and P0717, which Ford Corporate is using to deny coverage under Recall 26S28. Ford is actively excluding P0715/P0717 input sensor codes from the recall, despite the component being physically identical and resulting in the exact same violent highway lockup hazard.”

“The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted, and the power shift indicator area began flashing. The contact stated that due to the failure, the rear wheels unexpectedly locked up. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer confirmed that the parts were not yet available and advised the contact to park the vehicle until the remedy became available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.”