Ford · United States · Mod
Ford F-59, F-53: Exterior lighting — brake lights
Affects Ford F-59, F-53 · 2025–2026 — about 2K vehicles.
The hazard
Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the brake pedal and repair the brake booster push rod as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C17. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational