2014 Ford F-150 acceleration & cruise control problems

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1. Filed Aug 21, 2026GAOther / UnknownAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   My 2014 Ford F-150 was previously included in Ford Safety Recall 24S37 regarding unintended transmission downshifts caused by an intermittent Output Shaft Speed (OSS) sensor issue. The vehicle was inspected by a Ford mobile technician on January 20, 2026. No qualifying codes were found at that time, and the recall was closed under my VIN. The recall involved the risk of an unintended downshift into first gear that could result in loss of vehicle control. On August 20, 2026,…

   NHTSA complaint #11758660 · source
2. Filed Jul 26, 2026OHElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   I was driving on the highway at about 60-70 mph and my truck shifted into first gear with my tires basically locking up and slid along the highway. I brought my truck into a ford dealership and they told me they couldn’t get it to replicate the incident so they turned me away. I personally replaced my battery terminals and it hasn’t done it again. Now I will be driving and randomly my truck will rev bomb and my gauge cluster will shut off and it shows up with an orange…

   NHTSA complaint #11752915 · source
3. Filed Jul 15, 2026UTOther / UnknownAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   On July 2, 2026, the vehicle was brought to an authorized dealer for a scheduled appointment to resolve active Safety Recall 26S45 / NHTSA Campaign 26V378 (6R80 transmission sudden downshift defect). The dealership refused to perform the recall software update, claiming it was not needed for the vehicle. On July 12, 2026, while traveling at highway speeds on a public highway, the transmission suffered the exact un-commanded sudden downshift described in the recall. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11750595 · source
4. Filed Jul 14, 2026NJOther / UnknownAcceleration & Cruise Control

   I am the owner of a 2014 Ford F-150 that is experiencing sudden, unexpected downshifts into a lower gear while driving at highway speed. This has happened on multiple occasions and has nearly caused accidents, including loss of vehicle control momentarily. This defect matches the description of Ford safety recall 26S45 (loss of signal between the transmission output shaft speed sensor and the powertrain control module, causing unexpected downshift into first gear). Despite…

   NHTSA complaint #11750426 · source
5. Filed Jun 23, 2026AZElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   Hello, I recently brought my 2014 Ford F-150 (VIN: [XXX]) to the dealership regarding Recall 24S37. The vehicle experienced the following symptoms: • Check Engine Light illuminated. • Wrench Light illuminated. • Intermittent loss of power. • Abnormal transmission behavior. • Intermittent no-start condition. • Vehicle would only start after moving the gear selector. The dealership informed me that no physical repairs would be performed because the diagnostic trouble codes…

   NHTSA complaint #11746012 · source
6. Filed Jun 11, 2026TXElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   My 2014 Ford F-150 is exhibiting symptoms consistent with the Ford transmission molded lead frame safety recall 24S37. While driving approximately 55 mph late at night on a five-lane roadway, the vehicle suddenly and violently jerked, downshifted and came to a complete stop becoming stalled out as I was approaching a major traffic intersection. The truck was disabled in traffic and would not restart for approximately 2-3 minutes, leaving me stranded in an active travel lane…

   NHTSA complaint #11743580 · source
7. Filed May 5, 2026CAAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   I have had the 24S37 recall applied to my truck it was a software update, after the update it was ok for about a month then the problem became worse than it was before the software update. My truck is now downshifting and locking up the rear wheels and dose not shift sometimes and skips gears. This problem is getting worse everyday. I talked to the Ford dealership by my house and they told me I needed to buy a new transmission from them and there was no remedy for my problem…

   NHTSA complaint #11735892 · source
8. Filed Mar 4, 2026TXEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   Two separate times, driving at highway speed, the truck shifted into first gear and I had to pull over. A wrench symbol also popped up where the speed is usually displayed.

   NHTSA complaint #11721932 · source
9. Filed Feb 8, 2026FLBrakesAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   NHTSA Investigation PE24010 (or related transmission downshift probes.. Safety Risk: the vehicle unexpectedly downshifts and locks rear wheels, creating an immediate life-threatening risk on the highway. Dealer Response: dealer claimed their "computer doesn't pick up anything," as this helps investigators understand that the diagnostic tools are failing to detect the fault. VIN Number: [XXX] Dealer Record: that Grieco Ford performed the recall update and that the issue…

   NHTSA complaint #11716515 · source
10. Filed Jan 21, 2026220,288 miTNEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

    The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while shifting into reverse or drive, the vehicle seemed to be in neutral and failed to move. The vehicle failed to shift into gear. The wrench symbol was displayed. After resetting the codes, there was an abnormal squealing sound. The engine light was illuminated. The vehicle went into safe mode. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the contact was informed that a diagnostic test…

    NHTSA complaint #11712471 · source
11. Filed Jul 29, 2025FLAcceleration & Cruise Control

    Vehicle Information: 2014 Ford F-150 VIN [XXX] Transmission: 6R80 Description of the problem: My 2014 Ford F-150 has a dangerous transmission issue. It suddenly downshifts from higher gears (like 4th or 5th) into 1st gear while driving, without warning. This creates a serious risk of loss of control or rear-end collision. Ford performed the recall for the 6R80 PCM reprogramming, but the issue persists. The problem was not resolved, and the vehicle still downshifts abruptly.…

    NHTSA complaint #11677119 · source
12. Filed Jul 11, 2025NCAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

    Ford supposedly repaired my truck via recall 24S37 on June 6 2025. However, while driving at approx 65 mph 2 days later, my truck downshifted again to first gear. This went on for another 2 weeks until I took it back to Crossroads Ford in Henderson NC again and they notated that I have a code P1500 AND CODE p0722 WHICH IS A LEAD FRAME IN TRANSMISSION ISSUE but they did not repair it..AGAIN. It is currently at the same dealership and they called me from Dearborn MI to inform…

    NHTSA complaint #11672880 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology