The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·26V550000·Announced 2026-08-25

Ford Recalls 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport for Joint Issues

Ford is recalling 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles because improperly tightened joints may lead to detached parts or loss of vehicle control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (improperly tightened joints) that can lead to loss of vehicle control, crash, or fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2026 model year Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened.

This defect can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability. These conditions increase the risk of a crash or fire.

Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S60.

The recalled product

Product
FORD BRONCO SPORT, MAVERICK, F-150
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Light Trucks and SUVs
Hazard
Affected units
23

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • BRONCO SPORT
  • MAVERICK
  • F-150

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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