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Ford recalls over 550,000 pickup trucks because transmissions can suddenly downshift to 1st gear.
The recall covers certain F-150 pickups from the 2014 model year .
Ford says the downshifting can cause drivers to lose control of the trucks, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will update the powertrain control software at no cost to owners.
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