Unintended brake light illumination/fmvss 108
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 f-59 and f-53 commercial stripped chassis vehicles. The exterior brake lights may remain illuminated when the driver is not applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Safety Consequence
Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 26V155000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V155000?
NHTSA recall 26V155000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 17, 2026. It addresses: Unintended brake light illumination/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 2,422 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V155000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26C17. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.