2025 Ford F-53, Ford F-59: Exterior Lighting recall
NHTSA campaign 26V025000 · 231 units potentially affected · filed Jan 21, 2026
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The exterior brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly or fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is activated, due to an incorrectly installed switch. 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."
Why it matters
Brake lights that do not illuminate properly while driving increase the risk of a crash. In addition, the vehicle may be shifted out of park without the brake pedal applied, increasing the risk of a rollaway and crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the stop light switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 22, 2026.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V025000
- Manufacturer no.
- 26C01
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Units affected
- 231
- Report received
- Jan 21, 2026
- Owner letters
- Jan 30, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.