NHTSA Recall 26V155000: Brake lights (exterior lighting)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,422 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford F-53.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V155000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26C17 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | March 17, 2026 |
| Owner notification | March 27, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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."
Safety risk
Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V155000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.