Filed by Ford Motor Company on September 9, 2026; 5 model-year listings affected.
Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly, mounting
NHTSA campaign 26V578000 · reported September 9, 2026 · Ford Motor Company · 223,472 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
- The risk
- A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, 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 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
Whether a particular car is included depends on its build date: check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.