The problem
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.
The risk
A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 15V-614 (15V614000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 15S29 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Forward collision avoidance › Adaptive cruise control |
| Report date | September 30, 2015 |
| Owners notified | October 25, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 33,481 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the driver assistance
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 15V-614 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 33,481 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.