NHTSA Recall 26V606000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 41,748 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Ford Expedition.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V606000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26C43 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | September 22, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Expedition, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD vehicles. The headlight assemblies may contain a contaminated LED chip, which can result in a loss of daytime running lights, parking lights, high beams or low beams. 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
A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C43. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 26, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V606000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Expedition | 2025, 2026, 2027 |
| Ford F-250 SD | 2026 |
| Ford F-350 SD | 2026 |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2026 |
| Ford F-550 SD | 2026 |
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.