2015 Ford F-150 Recall: Forward Collision Avoidance (NHTSA 15V614000)
NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) issued a recall affecting 2015 Ford F-150 vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company. Below is the official summary, the risk involved, and the fix available at no cost.
What does the official notice say?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured March 18, 2014, to August 6, 2015 and equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). While using the Adaptive Cruise Control, the vehicle may falsely detect an obstacle in its path and may unexpectedly apply the brakes.
Risk if left unaddressed
A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer's fix (remedy)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the cruise control module with updated ACC radar software, free of charge. The recall began on October 25, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S29.
Additional notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the official NHTSA lookup tool at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this campaign (number 15V614000).
Frequently asked questions
What is NHTSA recall 15V614000?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured March 18, 2014, to August 6, 2015 and equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). While using the Adaptive Cruise Control, the vehicle may falsely detect an obstacle in its path and may unexpectedly apply the brakes.
What happens if this recall isn't fixed?
A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash.
Is the repair free, and how do I check my VIN?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the cruise control module with updated ACC radar software, free of charge. The recall began on October 25, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S29. Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in campaign 15V614000.
Source: public NHTSA data, campaign 15V614000, reported on 30/09/2015. This content is for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice, and was compiled from official data with editorial review prior to publication.
