Ford Recalls 2023-2027 F-150 Trucks for Fuel Tank Securing Defect
Ford is recalling 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles because the fuel tank may be improperly secured, posing risks of fuel leaks, engine stalls, or the tank detaching while driving.
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 where the fuel tank may detach, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural vehicle defects.
Plain-English summary
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles due to a defect in the fuel tank assembly mounting. The fuel tank may be improperly secured, which can cause it to leak fuel or detach from the vehicle while driving.
A detached fuel tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire. The source text does not report any specific injuries, deaths, or property damage associated with this defect.
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, 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 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
The recalled product
- Product
- FORD F-150
- Brand
- FORD
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Fuel System
- Affected units
- 223,472
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 (1)
- F-150
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Related recalls
Same brand · FORD
- HighFord Recalls F-Series Trucks Due to Tailgate Cable Failure Risk
NHTSA · 2026-10-20
- Severe
- Severe
- HighFord Recalls 2015 Transit Connect Vehicles for Rearview Camera Defect
NHTSA · 2026-10-06
- HighFord Recalls 2026 Rangers for Rearview Camera Display Failure
NHTSA · 2026-09-22
Same manufacturer · Ford Motor Company
See all →- SevereFord Recalls Lincoln Hybrid Vehicles for Transmission Defect
NHTSA · 2026-10-20
- SevereFord Recalls ABS Modules With Incorrect Software Programming
NHTSA · 2026-10-20
Same hazard · fuel leak
See all →- Severe
- SevereToyota Recalls Land Cruiser Hybrid Vehicles for Fuel Leak Risk
NHTSA · 2026-10-14
- HighCummins Recalls L9 Diesel Engines Due to Fuel Hose Separation Risk
NHTSA · 2026-09-28
- SevereHeil Recalls CNG Tailgate Ladder Kits Due to Fire Risk
NHTSA · 2026-08-17
- SevereHeil Recalls Front Loader Garbage Trucks Due to CNG Ladder Bolt Defect
NHTSA · 2026-08-17
Similar recalls
- SevereFord Recalls One 2021 F-150 for Unsecured Fuel Tank Strap
NHTSA · 2022-06-10
- Severe
- SevereFord Recalls 2023 Transit Vehicles Due to Fuel Tank Welding Defect
NHTSA · 2023-02-10
- HighFord Recalls 2025 F-150 Trucks Due to Engine Stall Risk
NHTSA · 2025-06-13
- SevereFord Recalls 2014 Fiesta Vehicles Due to Fuel Tank Leak Risk
NHTSA · 2014-07-02
- SevereFord Recalls 2021 F-150 Trucks for Brake Fluid Leak Risk
NHTSA · 2021-07-15