United StatesCertain 2026 Ford Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles are included in the recall; affected vehicles are identified by model year and VIN. Some vehicle joints may be improperly tightened, which can cause detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or loss of vehicle stability. Dealers will inspect and tighten the joints or repair and replace joint retention mechanisms free of charge; owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026, and owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall 26S60).
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V550000; Manufacturer campaign 26S60
The hazard
Improperly tightened vehicle joints may lead to a loss of vehicle control, electrical failure, or detached parts, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S60. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 26, 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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