2025 Ford F-53 | 2025 Ford F-59 — Exterior lighting: back up lights: switch
Published January 22, 2026 · Recall initiated: January 21, 2026
Summary
NHTSA records recall 26V025000, published January 22, 2026 and initiated January 21, 2026. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2025 Ford F-53 | 2025 Ford F-59 — Exterior lighting: back up lights: switch.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The exterior brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly or fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is activated, due to an incorrectly installed switch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
Dealers will replace the stop light switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 22, 2026.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- F-53
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2025 FORD F-53 | 2025 FORD F-59
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2025 Ford F-53 | 2025 Ford F-59 — Exterior lighting: back up lights: switch recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 26V025000 on January 22, 2026. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The exterior brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly or fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is activated, due to an incorrectly installed switch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will replace the stop light switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 22, 2026.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: F-53.