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Ford F-53 / F-59 Brake Light Recall 26C17

2026 FORD F-59, 2025 FORD F-53: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Updated March 17, 2026

Ford is recalling certain 2025 F-53 and 2025 to 2026 F-59 commercial stripped chassis vehicles because the exterior brake lights may stay on even when the driver is not pressing the brake pedal. Other drivers cannot tell when the vehicle is actually slowing down, which raises the risk of a crash.

Is the Ford Motor Company recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on March 17, 2026. Details below.

What is recalled

2025 Ford F-53 and 2025 to 2026 Ford F-59 commercial stripped chassis vehicles. Ford's recall number is 26C17. Affected VINs are searchable at NHTSA.gov (NHTSA recall ID 26V155000).

Am I affected

You are affected if you own a 2025 Ford F-53 or a 2025 to 2026 Ford F-59 commercial stripped chassis. Check your 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov (searchable from March 20, 2026) or call Ford at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 26C17.

What to do right now

Take your vehicle to a Ford dealer. Dealers will inspect the brake pedal and repair the brake booster push rod as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 26C17 to schedule your appointment.

Contact: Ford Motor Company

The hazard

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

Brands affected

Ford Motor Company
Source
NHTSA
Category
Vehicles
Recall ID
nhtsa-26V155000
Recalled
March 17, 2026
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