Ford F-150 (2025–2027) recalled for improperly secured front seats
What this means
Certain 2025–2027 Ford F-150 vehicles have front seats that may not be properly bolted to the frame. If a seat is loose, it may not hold a passenger securely during a crash, increasing injury risk.
- Check your vehicle's VIN at NHTSA.gov to see if it is affected.
- Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or wait for a dealer notification letter (expected by October 26, 2026).
- Visit an authorized Ford dealer to have the front seat bolts inspected, tightened, or replaced at no cost.
The agency's original wording
An improperly secured seat may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the front seat bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S74. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 9, 2026.
Official notice
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V655000More Ford Motor Company recalls
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