NHTSA recall 26V-689: Structure

Ford Motor Company · Reported October 20, 2026 · 3 affected model years

Structure recall

26V-689
October 20, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 F-150, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The left-side tailgate cable may fail under certain heavy load conditions.
Safety risk
Tailgate cable failure may allow the tailgate to drop onto the rear bumper, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left-side tailgate cable, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed December 14, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S78. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 7, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number26V689000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Report dateOctober 20, 2026
ComponentStructure:Body:Tailgate:Hinge and Attachments
Fixed over the airNo
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Affected vehicles

2026 Ford F-3507 recalls total2026 Ford F-4505 recalls total2026 Ford F-1508 recalls total

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