Ford Recall 15V-175: Power train – control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

Affected: 2011–2015 Ford F-350 SD, 2011–2015 Ford F-450 SD, 2011–2015 Ford F-550 SD. Filed with NHTSA on March 25, 2015, covering about 6,322 vehicles.

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.

The risk

Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign15V-175 (15V175000)
Manufacturer number15S09
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentPower train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Report dateMarch 25, 2015
Owners notifiedApril 22, 2015
Vehicles affected6,322
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 15V-175 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,322 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.