Ford F-59 and F-53 Brake Lights
Ford is recalling 2025–2026 F-59 and F-53 chassis vehicles; brake lights may remain illuminated when not braking, increasing crash risk.
Contact Ford immediately to schedule service to repair the brake light system. Do not operate the vehicle until the brake lights have been inspected and corrected.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 2,422
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters mailed
- March 27, 2026
- Manufacturer's recall number
- 26C17
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-866-436-7332
Why it was recalled
Ford is recalling certain 2025–2026 F-59 and F-53 commercial stripped chassis vehicles because the exterior brake lights may remain illuminated when the driver is not applying the brakes, failing to comply with FMVSS 108. Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing crash risk.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
FORD F-59 (2025-2026), EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Other recent recalls from Ford Motor Company
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-04-27 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification