--- title: "Ford F-150 recall: 47k 2021 F-150s recalled for random shift to neutral" url: "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2022/04/ford-f-150-recall-47k-2021-f-150s-recalled-for-random-shift-to-neutral/" publisher: "Pickup Truck + SUV Talk" content_signal: "search=yes, ai-input=yes, ai-train=no" author: "Pickup Truck + SUV Talk Staff" published: "2022-04-06T15:09:42+00:00" modified: "2026-08-11T19:07:52+00:00" image: "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/2021-Ford-F-150-PowerBoost-8.jpg" --- # Ford F-150 recall: 47k 2021 F-150s recalled for random shift to neutral By Pickup Truck + SUV Talk Staff Published: 2022-04-06T15:09:42+00:00 Updated: 2026-08-11T19:07:52+00:00 ![Featured image]() Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. For this Ford F-150 recall, the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral. An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 2, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 22S15. Over the years there have been a few other F-150-related transmission recalls including the 2017-18 F-150 that [may not appropriately shift to park]() and a 2018 F-150 [shift linkage disconnect]() problem. So far, there have been 10 recalls on the 2021 Ford F-150, which include trailer brake failure, windshield wiper failure and a damaged drive shaft. For [a complete list of recalls]() for this model year, be sure to visit the NHTSA website. The regular cab model even has a “do not drive” recommendation from the NHTSA for two recalls involving seat belts and a damaged steering gear. So, if you own a 2021 F-150, it’s important for you to [do a VIN search]() for your specific truck to make sure it doesn’t have any recalls. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to [www.nhtsa.gov](). **NHTSA Campaign Number:**22V188000 **Manufacturer** Ford Motor Company **Components** POWER TRAIN **Potential Number of Units Affected**47,084 *Editor’s note: This information was copied directly from the NHTSA website. If you have questions or concerns about this Ford F-150 recall, please contact Ford Motor Co. directly.* ## Related vehicle coverage - [2021 Ford F-150]() ## Structured page information ~~~json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Article", "@id": "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2022/04/ford-f-150-recall-47k-2021-f-150s-recalled-for-random-shift-to-neutral/#article", "isPartOf": { "@id": "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2022/04/ford-f-150-recall-47k-2021-f-150s-recalled-for-random-shift-to-neutral/" }, "author": { "name": "Pickup Truck + SUV Talk Staff", "@id": "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/#/schema/person/38bee4cf175c90f0da792cb170290a6c" }, "headline": "Ford F-150 recall: 47k 2021 F-150s recalled for random shift to neutral", "datePublished": "2022-04-06T15:09:42+00:00", "dateModified": "2026-08-11T19:07:52+00:00", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@id": "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2022/04/ford-f-150-recall-47k-2021-f-150s-recalled-for-random-shift-to-neutral/" }, "wordCount": 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