Recall 15V614 affects 33,481 2015 Ford F-150 trucks because adaptive cruise control can apply the brakes unexpectedly. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 33,481 2015 F-150 trucks equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control because the system can falsely detect an obstacle and unexpectedly apply the brakes. Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Adaptive Cruise Control system on the 2015 Ford F-150 is meant to help manage speed when the driver turns it on. It watches for traffic or an obstacle ahead and can tell the truck to slow down, including by applying the brakes, while the driver remains responsible for steering and control.
On affected F-150 trucks, the system falsely detects an obstacle in the truck's path while Adaptive Cruise Control is in use. The control system then reacts as if the obstacle is real and applies the brakes without the driver asking for braking. This is a false detection problem in the cruise control function, not a normal braking command from the driver.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner using Adaptive Cruise Control can feel the truck brake unexpectedly even when the lane ahead is clear.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Ford F-150 | Adaptive cruise control |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 33,481 |
Not every 2015 Ford F-150 pickup truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unexpected braking can surprise the driver and increase the risk of a crash. If your F-150 brakes without driver input while cruise control is active, turn cruise control off and schedule service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer if your VIN is included and ask about the free Adaptive Cruise Control software reprogramming.
- Reference recall number 15V614 and Ford recall 15S29 when you call.
- Bring the Ford owner letter if you have it.
- Avoid using Adaptive Cruise Control until the updated radar software repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The repair path is dealer reprogramming, not a hardware replacement. At the dealer, a Ford technician reprograms the cruise control module with updated ACC radar software so the adaptive cruise control uses the corrected calibration. Ford's owner notification for recall 15V614 began on October 25, 2015. Because the remedy status is not confirmed in this record, confirm availability with the Ford service desk before arranging the visit. Once available for your VIN, the recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered.
Timeline
| September 30, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 25, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V614?
Recall 15V614 covers 33,481 2015 Ford F-150 trucks equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control. The defect involves false obstacle detection while Adaptive Cruise Control is in use, followed by unexpected braking. Ford dealers reprogram the cruise control module with updated ACC radar software for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V614. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the cruise control module reprogramming. Reference Ford recall number 15S29 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford's remedy says dealers reprogram the cruise control module with updated ACC radar software free of charge. Any franchised Ford dealer can handle the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unexpected braking while Adaptive Cruise Control is in use. NHTSA campaign 15V614 says a vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash. Until the repair is complete, use that information when deciding whether to use Adaptive Cruise Control.
What if I bought my Ford F-150 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2015 Ford F-150 is included, then contact a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall 15V614 or Ford recall number 15S29.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V614000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V614 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V614000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →