Recall 26V155000: 2025–2026 Ford F-53, 2025–2026 Ford F-59
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 17, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 2,422
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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."
The risk
Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2025 Ford F-53
- 2026 Ford F-53
- 2025 Ford F-59
- 2026 Ford F-59
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V155000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 26C17
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Owner letters
- Mar 27, 2026
- Components
- Exterior lighting:brake lights (Lighting)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology