Unintended vehicle movement
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018 f-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3l engine, a 6-speed transmission and a column mounted shift lever. 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 before the vehicle achieves drive function.
Safety Consequence
Unidentified or unintended gear selection may cause the vehicle to move in a way that was not intended by the driver, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17s35.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 17V669000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V669000?
NHTSA recall 17V669000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on October 23, 2017. It addresses: Unintended vehicle movement. The recall affects approximately 12,429 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V669000 or the manufacturer campaign number 17S35. 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.