Ford transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
The short version
Ford Motor Company reported a problem with the fluid/lubricant valves/valve body. Here is what owners need to know.
The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Take it to a dealer — they will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 25V-164.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2024–2025 | Ford Bronco |
| 2025 | Ford Explorer |
| 2024–2025 | Ford F-150 |
| 2025 | Ford Mustang |
| 2024 | Ford Ranger |
| 2025 | Lincoln Aviator |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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Check your VINWhat this record means
Data from the NHTSA recall database. A clean VIN check means no open federal recalls for that vehicle — not that it never had one.
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