Ford Recalls F-150 Lightning, Mach-E, Maverick Over Park Failure Risk

Ford has issued a sweeping recall affecting more than 270,000 vehicles, including the F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, and Maverick Hybrid, after discovering a defect that could prevent the transmission from fully engaging Park. The issue raises the risk of rollaway incidents, and while Ford says a software fix will resolve it, the update is not yet available.

Nearly 300,000 Ford EVs and hybrids recalled over park malfunction

The recall covers 272,645 vehicles sold in the U.S., including 104,113 F-150 Lightning electric pickups, 88,064 Mustang Mach-E electric crossovers, and 80,468 Maverick Hybrid pickups. According to Ford, the affected vehicles may fail to lock into Park under certain conditions, which could allow the vehicle to roll away, particularly if the parking brake is disengaged or not functioning properly.

Regulatory documents attribute the problem to the integrated parking module, where a transmission pawl can bind against an adjacent slider. When this occurs, the pawl may not return to its fully engaged Park position. Drivers may notice the issue if the dashboard does not display a “P” when Park is selected, accompanied by a service warning icon, according to InsideEVs.

Ford said owners encountering this condition should ensure the parking brake is fully engaged and operational. The automaker has not reported a confirmed mechanical failure, but acknowledged the behavior increases crash risk, prompting the recall.

Software fix planned, but no release date yet

After examining returned components, Ford determined the issue does not stem from a physical defect. Instead, the company concluded that a software update to the Secondary Onboard Diagnostic Module C (SOBDMC) is sufficient to correct the problem. The update will be installable either at a dealership or via an over-the-air update.

However, Ford confirmed that the corrective software is not yet available, stating only that it expects to roll out the fix “in the future.” Owners will be notified once the update becomes accessible.

The recall adds to what has already been a record-setting year for Ford. The automaker has issued nearly 150 recalls so far in 2025, far surpassing other major manufacturers. Stellantis currently ranks second with 53 recalls, while General Motors sits third with 27.

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