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FORD F-150 recall: fuel tank mounting failure

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.

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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 with the vehicle identification number and contact the manufacturer or an authorized dealer for vehicle-specific guidance.

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Official references

Sources used for this report.

References checked October 13, 2026.

  1. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Safety Recall Report: Campaign 26V578000. Report received September 9, 2026. Accessed October 13, 2026.

To check a specific vehicle, use the official NHTSA VIN recall lookup.

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