United StatesCertain 2025–2026 Ford F-250 SD and F-350 SD vehicles are affected; involved VINs became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026. The driveshaft friction weld may fail, causing rear driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power; dealers will inspect driveshaft serial numbers and replace the driveshaft as necessary free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 6, 2026; Ford customer service can be reached at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall 26S13).
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2025 F-250 SD and F-350 SD vehicles. The driveshaft friction weld may fail, resulting in rear driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V119000; Manufacturer campaign 26S13
The hazard
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the driveshaft serial number and replace the driveshaft as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 6, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S13. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
The official notice
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