United StatesCertain 2025–2026 Ford F‑59 and F‑53 commercial stripped chassis vehicles are affected; the exterior brake lights may remain illuminated when the driver is not applying the brakes. They were recalled because this condition fails to comply with FMVSS 108 and can increase crash risk; dealers will inspect the brake pedal and repair the brake booster push rod as necessary free of charge, owner letters were mailed March 27, 2026, owners can contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 (recall number 26C17), and VINs became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.
What's being recalled
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."
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V155000; Manufacturer campaign 26C17
The hazard
Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
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.
The official notice
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