Transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral
Defect Summary
Zf north america, inc. (zf) is recalling certain transmission control sensor clusters manufactured may 1, 2013, to july 15, 2014. these transmission sensor clusters, used in 9-speed automatic transmissions, may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Zf will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected transmissions. those manufacturers will file recalls and their dealers will update the transmission software to prevent the transmission from shifting into neutral due to a faulty crimp, free of charge. the recall began on july 15, 2016. owners may contact zf customer service at 1-734-416-6200.
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FAQ: Recall 16E065000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16E065000?
NHTSA recall 16E065000 was issued by Zf North America, Inc. on July 25, 2016. It addresses: Transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. The recall affects approximately 505,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Zf North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16E065000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.