---
title: "FORD F-150 recall: Loose rear stabilizer rod fasteners"
description: Ford F-150 vehicles may have rear stabilizer rod fasteners that
  were not properly tightened, allowing the rod to shift and affect handling;
  dealers will replace the fasteners at no charge.
author: RecallWire Safety Desk
published: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
updated: 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
editorial_status: reviewed
canonical_url: https://recallwire.news/articles/safety-recall-26v577000/
sources_checked: 2026-10-06T18:17:35.611Z
article_type: recall
manufacturer: FORD
manufacturers:
  - FORD
models:
  - F-150
vehicles:
  - manufacturer: FORD
    model: F-150
    years:
      - 2026
campaigns:
  - 26V577000
campaign: 26V577000
affected: 17
source_agency: NHTSA
---

# FORD F-150 recall: Loose rear stabilizer rod fasteners

## Summary

Ford F-150 vehicles may have rear stabilizer rod fasteners that were not properly tightened, allowing the rod to shift and affect handling; dealers will replace the fasteners at no charge.

## At a glance

- Manufacturer: FORD
- Vehicle: F-150
- NHTSA campaigns: 26V577000
- Potentially affected: 17

> Official recall facts are attributed to NHTSA. The surrounding summary and owner guidance are RecallWire editorial work. A campaign or model match does not confirm an individual vehicle’s recall or repair status; use the [official NHTSA VIN lookup](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls).

Owners of affected Ford F-150 vehicles should be aware that improperly tightened rear stabilizer rod fasteners can allow the rod to move from its intended position, potentially affecting handling and control.

## What the official recall record says

### FORD: F-150

The rear stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing. If the rod shifts out of position, it can become misaligned; the source states that this can lead to a loss of handling and control and increase crash risk. The specified remedy is replacement of the stabilizer rod fasteners by a dealer at no charge.

**Owner information from the official record**

- **Repair and availability:** Dealers will replace the stabilizer rod fasteners, free of charge.
- **Owner notices:** Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2026.
- **VIN lookup timing:** Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 10, 2026.
- **Manufacturer contact:** Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
- **Manufacturer recall reference:** 26S66

**Official record**

- **NHTSA recall ID:** 26V577000
- **Vehicles listed:** FORD F-150 (2026)
- **Potentially affected:** 17
- **Components:** SUSPENSION:REAR
- **Report received:** September 9, 2026
- **Owner notification:** September 18, 2026
- **Defect:** Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles.The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position.
- **Safety consequence:** A misaligned stabilizer rod can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- **Remedy:** 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.

## What owners should do next

Use the official campaign information to discuss the specified dealer repair with Ford.

A headline cannot confirm whether a particular vehicle is affected. Use the [official NHTSA recall lookup](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) with the vehicle identification number and contact the manufacturer or an authorized dealer for vehicle-specific guidance.

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## Sources

- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Safety Recall Report: Campaign 26V577000. Report received 2026-09-09.

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