---
title: "FORD F-150 recall: fuel tank mounting failure"
description: Ford F-150 vehicles may have a fuel tank that is not secured
  properly; dealers will inspect and replace the tank straps as needed at no
  charge.
author: RecallWire Safety Desk
published: 2026-09-12T00:00:00.000Z
updated: 2026-10-13T00:00:00.000Z
editorial_status: reviewed
canonical_url: https://recallwire.news/articles/safety-recall-26v578000/
sources_checked: 2026-10-13T23:40:40.232Z
article_type: recall
manufacturer: FORD
manufacturers:
  - FORD
models:
  - F-150
vehicles:
  - manufacturer: FORD
    model: F-150
    years:
      - 2027
      - 2026
      - 2025
      - 2024
      - 2023
campaigns:
  - 26V578000
campaign: 26V578000
affected: 223472
source_agency: NHTSA
---

# FORD F-150 recall: fuel tank mounting failure

## Summary

Ford F-150 vehicles may have a fuel tank that is not secured properly; dealers will inspect and replace the tank straps as needed at no charge.

## At a glance

- Manufacturer: FORD
- Vehicle: F-150
- NHTSA campaigns: 26V578000
- Potentially affected: 223,472

> 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).

Some Ford F-150 trucks are covered for a fuel-tank mounting problem that can lead to a leak or allow the tank to separate while the vehicle is moving. Owners should pay attention to the campaign record and the repair information provided by Ford.

## What the official recall record says

### FORD: F-150

The fuel tank may not be held in place correctly. That can allow fuel to leak or the tank to detach while driving; the stated consequences include a road hazard, engine stall, fire risk, and a higher risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the tank straps and replace them when necessary at no charge.

**Owner information from the official record**

- **Repair and availability:** Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge.
- **Owner notices:** Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026.
- **VIN lookup timing:** Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
- **Manufacturer contact:** Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
- **Manufacturer recall reference:** 26S69

**Official record**

- **NHTSA recall ID:** 26V578000
- **Vehicles listed:** FORD F-150 (2027, 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023)
- **Potentially affected:** 223,472
- **Components:** FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
- **Report received:** September 9, 2026
- **Owner notification:** September 21, 2026
- **Defect:** Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
- **Safety consequence:** A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire.
- **Remedy:** Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.

## What owners should do next

Use the official campaign information to check the status of the vehicle and contact Ford or an authorized dealer for help with the listed repair.

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.

## Related RecallWire reporting

- [Steering, camera, suspension and fuel-system safety campaigns](/articles/weekly-recall-briefing-2026-10-09/)
- [Rear-camera, suspension and fuel-system safety campaigns](/articles/weekly-recall-briefing-2026-10-02/)

## Sources

- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Safety Recall Report: Campaign 26V578000. Report received 2026-09-09.

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