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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-155 (26V155000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 26C17 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Brake lights |
| Report date | March 17, 2026 |
| Owners notified | March 27, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,422 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-155 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,422 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.