What is the Ford transmission recall 2019?
In 2019, Ford Motor Company issued a major recall affecting over 1.2 million vehicles due to issues with their 6R80 and 10R80 automatic transmissions. This recall was one of the largest in the company's history and impacted a wide range of Ford models, including the F-150 pickup truck, Expedition SUV, and Mustang sports car.
What Caused the Ford Transmission Recall?
The root cause of the Ford transmission recall was a defect in the torque converter within the 6R80 and 10R80 automatic transmissions. This defect could cause the transmission to suddenly shift into neutral while the vehicle was in motion, leading to a loss of power and increased risk of a crash. The defect was caused by a faulty weld in the torque converter, which could eventually break and cause the transmission to malfunction.
Affected Vehicles and Models
The Ford transmission recall affected the following models and model years:
- Ford F-150 (2011-2013)
- Ford Expedition (2011-2017)
- Ford Mustang (2011-2017)
- Ford Transit (2013-2017)
- Ford Taurus (2010-2019)
- Lincoln Navigator (2011-2017)
In total, over 1.2 million vehicles were impacted by the recall, making it one of the largest in Ford's history.
Recall Remedy and Repair Process
To address the transmission defect, Ford dealers were instructed to inspect the torque converter in affected vehicles and replace it if necessary. The repair process involved removing the transmission, inspecting the torque converter, and replacing it if any issues were found. Ford covered the cost of the repairs for all affected vehicles, regardless of their warranty status.
The recall process was a significant undertaking for Ford, as it required the company to coordinate with thousands of dealerships across the United States to ensure that all affected vehicles were repaired in a timely manner.
