Ford product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 17, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2025–2026 Ford F-59, F-53

Recall number

26V155000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,422 units

Why it was recalled

Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-59 and F-53 commercial stripped chassis vehicles. The exterior brake lights may remain illuminated when the driver is not applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

Dealers will inspect the brake pedal and repair the brake booster push rod as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C17. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.