How many transmission complaints does the 2024 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 55 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2024 F-150, which is 29% of the 188 total complaints filed for the year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2024 Ford F-150?

Yes. Recall 25V164000 covers a transmission main control valve body that may have been machined incorrectly, causing reverse gear issues, and 25V512000 covers a rear axle hub bolt issue on trucks with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package.

At what mileage do 2024 F-150 transmission problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2024 F-150 is 10,500 miles.

Are 2024 F-150 transmission problems linked to crashes or fires?

NHTSA data for this problem area shows 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries reported among the 55 complaints.

2024 Ford F-150 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 55 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2024 Ford F-150, 29% of its 188 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 10,500 miles. Two related recalls (25V512000 and 25V164000) cover rear axle hub bolts and a mismachined transmission valve body.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 55; 29% of 188
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 10,500 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the shifter failing to move into or out of Park, sometimes causing the truck to roll unexpectedly after the driver exits.
Some describe the gear shifter sticking in Drive or getting stuck in gear, requiring a tow to a dealership.
Several report a hard clunk or gear-hunting feeling at slow speeds, such as sitting at a red light with auto-start-stop engaged.
Cold-start hesitation and a clunk when shifting into 5th gear on the 10R80 transmission were reported, with the issue disappearing once the transmission warms up.
One owner reported a shudder while accelerating up an incline at highway speed that stopped once the accelerator was released.
A case of the vehicle failing to accelerate normally, requiring the pedal to be pressed to the floor, was also reported.

When 2024 Ford F-150 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 20, 2024, latest Aug 4, 2026.

55 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2024 to Aug 2026; peak Mar 2026 (11).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2024 Ford F-150

NHTSA 25V512000Aug 8, 2025Transmission & Powertrain103,174 vehicles
Power train:axle hubs
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.
Risk: Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025. Phase 1 will include 2023 F-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 F-150 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 F-150 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 22, 2025. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S82. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V896.
NHTSA 25V164000Mar 14, 2025Transmission & Powertrain269 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:fluid/lubricant:valves/valve body
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
Risk: Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.

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 2024 Ford F-150 have?: NHTSA lists 55 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2024 F-150, which is 29% of the 188 total complaints filed for the year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2024 Ford F-150?: Yes. Recall 25V164000 covers a transmission main control valve body that may have been machined incorrectly, causing reverse gear issues, and 25V512000 covers a rear axle hub bolt issue on trucks with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package.
At what mileage do 2024 F-150 transmission problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2024 F-150 is 10,500 miles.
Are 2024 F-150 transmission problems linked to crashes or fires?: NHTSA data for this problem area shows 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries reported among the 55 complaints.