Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

1,635 NHTSA complaints about power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) issues across 44 makes and 361 models.

Data updated August 2026. Counts render from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation standardized component field; severity flags cross-reference NHTSA ODI complaint flags for owner-reported crash, fire, and injury markers. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace NHTSA recall notices or a vehicle-specific inspection. Methodology · Corrections.

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ODI category POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

1,635 filings · 361 models · 44 makes · vintage August 2026

  • FILINGS MODERATE 1,635 ODI rows
  • MODELS 361 nameplates citing this part
  • MAKES 44 manufacturers in corpus
  • CRASH 4.2% 68 crash-flagged
  • RANK #119 of 696 categories
  • SEV INJURY 1 deaths · 46 injuries
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) (this)POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSM…1,635BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGSBACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNIN…1,620EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL1,619LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCHLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:…1,654
ODI filing volume neighbourhood: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) vs nearest complaint-total peers

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) sits MODERATE on ODI intake volume (#119 of 696 standardized categories) with a INJURY severity stamp (1 reported fatalities across 361 models). Open Ford Focus (category leader) →

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) filing-volume reading

The standout signal for power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) is ODI intake volume: 1,635 filings (MODERATE band · #119 of 696 standardized categories) across 361 nameplates. Crash-flag share is 4.2%.

Moderate-volume categories still show a fingerprint in the model table below, cross-check each nameplate's recall and investigation history before inferring a defect pattern.

Next step: compare Ford Focus against BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS on filing totals before treating power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) volume as a purchase signal.

1,635
Complaints
361
Models Affected
68
Crashes
19
Fires
1
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 Ford Focus
112
2 Ford Escape
55
3 Dodge Durango
44
4 Jeep Commander
35
5 Chrysler Pacifica
35
6 Jeep Grand Cherokee
32
7 Ford Explorer
32
8 Ford F-150
29
9 Ford Windstar
25
10 Ford Fiesta
24
11 Mazda Tribute
23
12 Dodge RAM 1500
23
13 Volkswagen Passat
22
14 Toyota Camry
22
15 Honda Accord
22
16 Dodge Grand Caravan
22
17 Chevrolet Trailblazer
18
18 Jeep Cherokee
16
19 Ford Expedition
16
20 Dodge Neon
16
21 Chrysler Town AND Country
15
22 Dodge Intrepid
13
23 Chrysler PT Cruiser
13
24 Mercury Grand Marquis
12
25 Ford Freestar
12
26 Chevrolet Impala
12
27 Toyota Avalon
11
28 Pontiac Vibe
11
29 Oldsmobile Bravada
11
30 Chevrolet Malibu
11

Recent Complaints

2020 Mazda CX-5

The contact owned a 2020 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while driving under 45 MPH, the TCM received a false data sensor warning, causing the vehicle to enter LIMP Mode. The contact stated that d

2014 Jeep Cherokee

The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The vehicle was serviced under Manufacturer Recall Number: U90 (Catalyst Efficiency Recall). However, recently, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from

2023 Lincoln Aviator

The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Aviator. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the garage, the garage became extremely hot, and the fans underneath the vehicle activated. The contact op

2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

See attached document for complaint.

2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

See attached document for complaint.

2015 Ford Fusion

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as intended. In addition, the contact noticed an abnormal sound with sev

2011 Ford Fiesta

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was pushed to the side of the roa

2020 Chevrolet Malibu

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. The check engine warning light was occasion

2014 Ford Focus

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle decelerated and stalled. The vehicle failed t

2014 Ford Focus

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to respond upon depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, the vehicle fa

2011 Ford Fiesta

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving on a main road at 30 MPH, the transmission shifted independently to neutral(N). The contact pulled over and restarted the veh

2013 Ford Focus

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH on two occasions, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle w

2014 Ford Fiesta

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked, and an abnormal sound was coming from the engine. Several unknown w

2014 Ford Focus

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 30-35 MPH, the vehicle shuddered, failed to accelerate, or shift into the intended gear. The check engine warning light was illumin

2015 Ford Fiesta

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate while depressing the

2019 RAM 1500

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission independently shifted into park. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights wer

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

Reduced power transmission module defective.

2018 Ford Focus

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds and then attempting to park the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was tak

2019 Ford F-150

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle had experienced harsh driving and harsh shifting between first and fifth gears. Additionally, t

2015 Ford F-150

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a misfire coming from the engine. The contact stated that the ignition coils had melted and w

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