United StatesCertain 2021–2026 Ford F-150; 2022–2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD; Maverick; 2024–2026 Ranger; 2023–2026 F-600 SD; 2022–2027 Lincoln Navigator and Expedition; and 2026 E-Transit vehicles are included in this recall and VINs will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026. Ford is recalling these vehicles because the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication when towing, possibly causing loss of trailer brake and turn signal lights or loss of brake function; dealers will update the ITRM software or it will be updated over-the-air free of charge, owner letters were mailed March 25, 2026, and Ford can be reached at 1-866-436-7332 (Recall 26C10, NHTSA 26V104000).
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V104000; Manufacturer campaign 26C10
The hazard
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
The official notice
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