A class-action lawsuit alleges Ford’s 10-speed automatic transmission in several popular models suffers from harsh shifting, jerking, power loss, and potential safety risks. Plaintiffs seek damages and repairs for affected vehicles.
Details:
- Affected Vehicles: 2017-2023 Ford F-150, 2018-2023 Ford Expedition, 2019-2023 Ford Ranger, 2020-2023 Ford Explorer.
- Reported Issues: Harsh shifting, jerking/lunging, clunking/hesitation, sudden power loss.
- Allegations: Ford knew or should have known about the defects, failed to adequately address them.
- Claims: Damages for owners/lessees of affected vehicles.
- Filed: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
- Plaintiffs’ Representation: Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP.
- Potential Risks: Loss of control, accidents, injuries, death.
- NHTSA Complaints: Over 1,000 received, investigation ongoing.
- Ford Recall: None yet, but extended warranty for some vehicles.
- Lawsuit Status: Pending. Potential outcomes: Ford recall, repairs/replacements for affected vehicles.
Resources:
- Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP website
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website
- Ford Motor Company website
| Complete Date | Case | Citation | Court | Short Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2023 | McCabe v. Ford Motor Company | N/A | U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania | Class-action lawsuit alleges Ford’s 10-speed transmission in several models is defective, causing erratic shifting, jerking, power loss, and potential safety risks. Plaintiffs seek damages and repairs for affected vehicles. |
