Wireless seat belt reminder malfunction
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 transit vehicles. The wireless seat belt reminder system (sbr) within the rear seat belt buckles may malfunction and fail to show a change in buckle status.
Safety Consequence
A faulty seat belt status indicator may fail to alert occupants to an unfastened seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the rear seat belts and replace the wireless seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed september 21, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in december 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26s67. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on september 10, 2026.
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Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 26V579000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V579000?
NHTSA recall 26V579000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on September 9, 2026. It addresses: Wireless seat belt reminder malfunction. The recall affects approximately 1,945 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V579000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26S67. 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: 2026-09-11. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.