Ford 10-Speed Transmission Lawsuit
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Ford Motor Company alleging that the automaker’s 10-speed automatic transmission is defective and causes a variety of problems, including:
- Harsh and erratic shifting
- Jerking and lunging
- Clunking and hesitating between gears
- Sudden loss of power
The lawsuit claims that Ford knew or should have known about the defects in the transmission and that the company has failed to adequately repair or replace affected vehicles.
The lawsuit is seeking damages for all owners and lessees of Ford vehicles equipped with the 10-speed transmission, including:
- 2017-2023 Ford F-150
- 2018-2023 Ford Expedition
- 2019-2023 Ford Ranger
- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer
If you own or lease one of these vehicles, you may be eligible to join the lawsuit. You can learn more about the lawsuit and your rights by visiting the website of the law firm representing the plaintiffs.
Here are some additional details about the lawsuit:
- The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
- The plaintiffs are represented by Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP.
- The lawsuit is seeking damages on behalf of all owners and lessees of Ford vehicles equipped with the 10-speed transmission.
Here are some of the potential risks of driving a Ford vehicle with a defective 10-speed transmission:
- Loss of control of the vehicle
- Accidents
- Injuries
- Death
If you are experiencing any of the problems listed above with your Ford vehicle, you should contact your Ford dealer immediately. You should also report the problem to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
NHTSA has received over 1,000 complaints from Ford owners about the 10-speed transmission. The agency is currently investigating the complaints to determine if there is a safety defect.
Ford has not yet issued a recall for the 10-speed transmission. However, the company has extended the warranty on the transmission for some vehicles.
The outcome of the lawsuit is still pending. However, if the plaintiffs are successful, Ford could be forced to recall the 10-speed transmission and repair or replace affected vehicles.
Here are some resources for Ford owners who are experiencing problems with the 10-speed transmission:
- Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP website
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website
- Ford Motor Company website
