2026 Ford F-150 recall: Loss of Drive Power from Incorrect Rear Axle Tail Bearing
Report received by NHTSA: Sept. 9, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 4, 2026.
- What's recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles. Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may have been installed, which can result in rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.
- The risk
Rear wheel lock-up can result in a loss of vehicle control. Driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle rollaway if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied. Either of these situations can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Who's affected
37 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2026 Ford F-150.
- Compared with
Ford Motor Company has 84 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 153 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
621 earlier NHTSA recalls by Ford Motor Company since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Sept. 9, 2026 Ford Motor Company equipment recall: Loss of Power or Fire Risk from Incorrect BECM Software
- Aug. 25, 2026 2026 Ford Bronco Sport, 2026 Ford F-150, 2026 Ford Maverick recall: Improperly Tightened Vehicle Joints
- Aug. 25, 2026 2026 Ford Bronco, 2026 Ford Bronco Sport, 2026 Ford Explorer and 2 more models recall: Improperly Manufactured Pistons May Fail
- Aug. 25, 2026 2024-2026 Ford Mustang recall: Wiring Harness Ground Connection Failure/FMVSS 104, 108
- Aug. 13, 2026 2026 Ford Explorer recall: Engine Rod Bearing Failure
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Dealers will replace the rear axle tail bearing, 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 26S63. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Ford F-150 2026
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V576000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Report received by NHTSA | Sept. 9, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 37 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | 26S63 |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record