NHTSA Complaint #11644618 — 2011 FORD F-150

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly shifted from third gear to first gear. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed main control lead frame. The contact was informed that the main control lead frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under any recall or special coverage programs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 144,000.