Ford F-150, Explorer +1 more: Power train — automatic transmission

Affects Ford F-150, Explorer, Expedition · 2018–2021 — about 741K vehicles.

The hazard

Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed August 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in April 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S48. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational