Ford Motor Company: Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit (2026 FORD F-150)
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The text below is copied from the official NHTSA record. If anything differs, the official notice is correct.
- Company / brand
- Ford Motor Company
- Product
- 2026 FORD F-150
- Reason / hazard
- 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.
- What to do (remedy)
- 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.
- Distribution / sold at
- Potentially affected: 37
- Defect
- 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.
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
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