Recall 26V-689: 2026–2027 Ford F-150, 2026 Ford F-250 SD and 2 more
Ford Motor Company recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Oct 20, 2026, covering about 30,123 vehicles.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 F-150, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The left-side tailgate cable may fail under certain heavy load conditions.
The risk
Tailgate cable failure may allow the tailgate to drop onto the rear bumper, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left-side tailgate cable, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed December 14, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S78. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 7, 2026.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and Attachments |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V689000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 2026, 2027 | All years |
| Ford F-250 SD | 2026 | All years |
| Ford F-350 SD | 2026 | All years |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2026 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V-689?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 F-150, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The left-side tailgate cable may fail under certain heavy load conditions.
How is recall 26V-689 fixed?
Dealers will replace the left-side tailgate cable, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed December 14, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S78. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 7, 2026.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.