NHTSA Recall 26V579000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,945 vehicles. It affects 2026–2027 Ford Transit.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V579000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S67 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 9, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Transit vehicles. The wireless seat belt reminder system (SBR) within the rear seat belt buckles may malfunction and fail to show a change in buckle status.
Safety risk
A faulty seat belt status indicator may fail to alert occupants to an unfastened seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear seat belts and replace the wireless seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S67. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 10, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V579000
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.