Shifting problems on an F-150 usually show up as slipping, flares between gears, harsh engagement or a truck stuck in one gear. When a rebuild quote comes back high, a good used transmission is often the quicker way back to work. The catch is that Ford has used several different automatics in the F-150 over the last two decades, and the right one depends on both the model year and the engine under the hood.
Which Transmission Is in Your F-150?
| Model years | Transmission by engine |
|---|---|
| 2002–2003 | 4R70W 4-speed automatic on most trucks; 5-speed manual also offered |
| 2004–2008 | 4R70E or 4R75E 4-speed automatic with the 4.6L and 5.4L V8s; 4.2L V6 (2005–2008) with a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual |
| 2009–2010 | 4R75E 4-speed (4.6L 2-valve); 6R80 6-speed (4.6L 3-valve, 5.4L and the 2010 Raptor's 6.2L) |
| 2011–2016 | 6R80 6-speed with every engine |
| 2017 | 10R80 10-speed with the 3.5L EcoBoost, including Raptor; 6R80 with the 2.7L EcoBoost, 3.5L V6 and 5.0L |
| 2018–2020 | 10R80 with the 2.7L and 3.5L EcoBoost, 5.0L and 3.0L diesel; 6R80 with the 3.3L V6 |
| 2021–2023 | 10R80 with every engine |
2008 was the last year Ford sold an F-150 with a manual transmission. From 2009 on, every F-150 left the factory with an automatic.
The 2017–2020 years are where most mix-ups happen. Two trucks from the same year can carry a 6-speed or a 10-speed depending on the engine, and the two are different transmissions that don't swap for each other. If you own a 2021 or newer PowerBoost hybrid, tell us when you order, because that truck has an electric motor sitting between the engine and the transmission.
Shop popular years: 2004, 2013, 2018, 2021 and 2022 F-150 transmissions.
How to Order the Right Unit
- Find the transmission code. The Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver's door jamb has a field marked TR. That code tells you which transmission the truck was built with.
- Confirm engine and year from the VIN. The 8th digit is the engine code and the 10th digit is the model year.
- Match the drive type. Listings show whether a unit came from a 4x2 or 4x4 truck. Order the same layout you have.
- Read the listing notes. Each unit lists the donor truck's year, engine, recorded mileage and grade.
Not sure what you're looking at? Send us your VIN and we'll confirm the match before anything ships.
Common Reasons F-150 Owners Replace a Transmission
- High mileage wear on clutch packs and the torque converter, often after years of towing
- Overheating from heavy loads, low fluid or a blocked cooler
- Internal damage that would cost more to rebuild than a tested replacement
Some 6R80-equipped 2011–2013 F-150s were recalled because an intermittent output shaft speed sensor fault could cause an unexpected downshift into first gear. Ford's fix was a PCM software update, plus extended coverage on the molded lead frame that contains the sensor. If you're swapping in a used 6R80 on one of those trucks, check the VIN for open recalls as part of the job.
Before you buy, read our checklist on how to check a used transmission before you buy.
What Comes with a State Auto Parts Transmission
- 2-year limited parts warranty on the transmission case and internal parts, as long as a qualified technician installs it within 10 business days of delivery
- Free shipping to commercial addresses in the lower 48 states, with most orders arriving 3–5 business days after processing
- $250 residential delivery fee if you ship to a home; a shop or business address avoids it
- No core deposit and no need to send back your old transmission
- 30-day returns with prior written authorization (a 25% handling fee applies)
Doing an engine swap at the same time? Browse our used Ford F-150 engines for the 5.0L, EcoBoost and Triton options.
Get Help from a Transmission Specialist
Late-model trucks are the most requested, like this 2018 F-150 transmission from a 3.5L EcoBoost 4x4. Whatever year you drive, call (800) 241-8053 with your VIN and we'll find the transmission that fits.