2025–2026 Ford F-53, Ford F-59: Exterior Lighting recall
NHTSA campaign 26V155000 · 2,422 units potentially affected · filed Mar 17, 2026
What's wrong
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."
Why it matters
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V155000
- Manufacturer no.
- 26C17
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Units affected
- 2,422
- Report received
- Mar 17, 2026
- Owner letters
- Mar 27, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.