United StatesCertain 2026 F-150 vehicles (37 potentially affected); VINs will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026 and owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026. Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may cause rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation, which can lead to loss of vehicle control, loss of drive power, or a vehicle rollaway; dealers will replace the rear axle tail bearing free of charge and owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall 26S63).
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles. Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may have been installed, which can result in rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V576000; Manufacturer campaign 26S63
The hazard
Rear wheel lock-up can result in a loss of vehicle control. Driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle rollaway if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied. Either of these situations can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
What to do
Dealers will replace the rear axle tail bearing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S63. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Check the original before you act on it.
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