2026 Ford F-150 recall: Loose Rear Suspension Stabilizer Rod
Report received by NHTSA: Sept. 9, 2026.
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- What's recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position.
- The risk
A misaligned stabilizer rod can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
17 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
622 earlier NHTSA recalls by Ford Motor Company since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Sept. 9, 2026 2026 Ford F-150 recall: Loss of Drive Power from Incorrect Rear Axle Tail Bearing
- 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
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Dealers will replace the stabilizer rod fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S66. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 10, 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 | 26V577000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received by NHTSA | Sept. 9, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 17 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | 26S66 |
| “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