The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·26V689000·Announced 2026-10-20

Ford Recalls F-Series Trucks Due to Tailgate Cable Failure Risk

Ford is recalling certain 2026-2027 F-Series trucks because a tailgate cable may fail under heavy loads, posing an injury risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect where a tailgate cable failure may cause the tailgate to drop, increasing the risk of injury. The source does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2026-2027 F-150, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the left-side tailgate cable may fail under certain heavy load conditions.

If the tailgate cable fails, the tailgate may drop onto the rear bumper, which increases the risk of injury. The source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths associated with this defect.

Dealers will replace the left-side tailgate cable free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed on December 14, 2026, with additional letters sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

The recalled product

Product
2026 FORD F-350 SD
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
30,123

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 (4)

  • F-350 SD
  • F-250 SD
  • F-150
  • F-450 SD

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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