Structure: bodyRecall 26V-550 · Ford vehicles

Ford Motor Company recall 26V-550 covers 23 Ford vehicles for a structure: body problem, reported to NHTSA on August 25, 2026.

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Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet
Vehicles affected233 models
ReportedAug 25, 2026Owners notified Oct 19, 2026
Complaints since1Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 26V550000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

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.

The risk

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

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications letters were mailed October 19, 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.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

3 models

Vehicles in this recall

Built from March 18, 2026 to May 27, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.