The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into complaints regarding more than 540,000 Ford pickup trucks that are reportedly experiencing abrupt downshifting issues. The agency initiated the probe after receiving 86 consumer complaints about the problem with the trucks' automatic transmissions.
The investigation specifically focuses on Ford F-150 trucks from the 2014 model year. Concerns have been raised about the trucks downshifting to a lower gear without warning, leading to potential safety hazards. Some reports indicate that the rear wheels locked up, resulting in accidents and injuries.
