How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 679 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 F-150, which is 38% of the 1,781 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Ford F-150?

Yes. Recall 19V075000 covers 2011-2013 F-150 trucks with a 6-speed automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, and recall 16V248000 covers 2011-2012 F-150 trucks for a related powertrain control module issue. Both remedies involve dealers reprogramming the powertrain control module for free.

At what mileage do 2012 F-150 transmission problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 90,000 miles for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on this model year.

Have transmission problems caused crashes on the 2012 F-150?

NHTSA records 12 crashes, 1 fire, and 10 injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 F-150.

How does the 2012 F-150 compare to other years for transmission complaints?

The 2012 F-150 had 679 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (38% share), similar to 2011 (825 complaints, 38% share) but lower than 2013, which had 1,336 complaints and a 45% share.

2012 Ford F-150 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 679 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Ford F-150, 38% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 90,000. Two related recalls (19V075000 and 16V248000) address unexpected downshifts into first gear caused by transmission control module issues.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 679; 38% of 1,781
Crashes reported: 12
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 10
Median mileage: 90,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle unexpectedly downshifts into first gear at highway speed with no warning, sometimes leading to a rear-end collision.
Truck rolls backward or forward while placed in park, striking objects or property.
Transmission jerks or clunks hard at low speeds during shifts, especially between first and second gear.
Truck loses traction and slams into first gear while in four-wheel-drive high, causing loss of control.
Electronic gauges and speedometer malfunction simultaneously with transmission behavior, forcing the driver to shift to neutral to stop the vehicle.
Owners report the transmission still misbehaving after having the 19V075000 recall performed.

When 2012 Ford F-150 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 12, 2012, latest Sep 17, 2026.

679 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2012 Q2 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q1 (47).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2012 Ford F-150

NHTSA 19V075000Feb 11, 2019Transmission & Powertrain1,263,051 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S07.
NHTSA 16V248000Apr 27, 2016Transmission & Powertrain153,581 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Risk: An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S19.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by F-150 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010121 (14%)
2011825 (38%)
2012679 (38%)
20131,336 (45%)
2014424 (28%)
2015406 (24%)
2016582 (28%)
2017539 (38%)
20181,008 (44%)
2019730 (55%)
2020354 (49%)
2021314 (31%)
2022157 (26%)
2023156 (38%)
202455 (29%)
202525 (24%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Ford F-150 have?: NHTSA lists 679 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 F-150, which is 38% of the 1,781 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Ford F-150?: Yes. Recall 19V075000 covers 2011-2013 F-150 trucks with a 6-speed automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, and recall 16V248000 covers 2011-2012 F-150 trucks for a related powertrain control module issue. Both remedies involve dealers reprogramming the powertrain control module for free.
At what mileage do 2012 F-150 transmission problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 90,000 miles for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on this model year.
Have transmission problems caused crashes on the 2012 F-150?: NHTSA records 12 crashes, 1 fire, and 10 injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 F-150.
How does the 2012 F-150 compare to other years for transmission complaints?: The 2012 F-150 had 679 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (38% share), similar to 2011 (825 complaints, 38% share) but lower than 2013, which had 1,336 complaints and a 45% share.