Ford F-150 recalled for loose rear suspension stabilizer rod affecting handling
What this means
Certain 2026 Ford F-150 vehicles have stabilizer rod fasteners that may not have been properly tightened during manufacturing. This can allow the rod to shift out of position, reducing vehicle handling and control and increasing crash risk.
- Check your VIN at NHTSA.gov to see if your vehicle is affected.
- Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule service.
- Dealers will replace the fasteners free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2026.
The agency's original wording
A misaligned stabilizer rod can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, which can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Official notice
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V577000More Ford Motor Company recalls
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