Recall 11V582 affects 16,091 2011-2012 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks for a brake-shift-interlock defect. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 16,091 2011-2012 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks because a brake shift interlock switch problem lets the transmission shift out of Park without the brake pedal pressed. That can let the operator shift into gear by mistake, increasing crash or nearby pedestrian injury risk; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The brake shift interlock switch on the 2011-2012 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 is part of the automatic transmission shift system. Its normal job is simple: keep the shifter locked in Park until the driver presses the brake pedal. That brake-pedal step helps prevent the truck from being shifted out of Park by accident.
On affected trucks, the interlock switch does not hold the shifter the way it was designed to. The transmission can be shifted out of Park without the brake pedal being pressed. That means the normal safeguard between a parked truck and a gear selection is not working as intended.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is in the shift interlock function itself, so an owner will not get a separate light, noise, or pedal change before the shifter moves without the brake pedal.
Who's affected?
Covers five Ford truck classes from the 2011 and 2012 model years, all tied to the automatic transmission.
| 2011 Ford F-150 | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2012 Ford F-350 | automatic transmission |
| 2012 Ford F-450 | automatic transmission |
| 2012 Ford F-550 | automatic transmission |
| 2012 Ford F-250 | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 16,091 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
A faulty brake shift interlock lets the vehicle shift into gear without the brake pedal pressed. That raises the risk of a crash or injury to someone nearby, especially during startup, parking, or low-speed shifting. Keep your foot firmly on the brake before selecting a gear and schedule the inspection promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, or F-550 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer after your VIN is confirmed and ask whether recall number 11V582 is open for service.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the brake shift interlock switch, which prevents shifting out of park without pressing the brake pedal, and replace it if needed.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, give the dealer recall number 11V582 when you call.
- Keep the truck secured in park and set the parking brake until the inspection or repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician checks the brake shift interlock switch function and replaces the switch if it does not work correctly. The source remedy states that the inspection and any needed switch replacement are free of charge. Because the remedy status is not listed in this input, confirm appointment timing with a Ford dealer before you bring in the truck. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| December 8, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 22, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V582?
Recall 11V582 covers 16,091 2011-2012 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles with a brake shift interlock switch problem. The transmission can shift out of park without pressing the brake pedal, increasing crash or pedestrian-injury risk.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, or F-550 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Ford truck is included in recall 11V582. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask for the brake shift interlock switch inspection. The dealer will replace the switch if needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair safety defects at no charge, and Ford's remedy says dealers will inspect the brake shift interlock switch function and replace the switch if needed for free.
Is it safe to drive with recall 11V582 open?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction. Keep firm control of the brake pedal before shifting out of park, and schedule the free dealer inspection promptly if your VIN is included. The defect can let the vehicle shift into gear without the brake pedal depressed.
What if I bought my Ford truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Used vehicles do not lose recall coverage when ownership changes. Check your VIN to confirm whether your exact F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, or F-550 is included, then reference recall 11V582 when you call a Ford dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V582000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V582 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V582000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →