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Recall 26V-689

Ford Motor Company recalled the 2026 to 2027 Ford F-150 and 3 other models: Structure (body, tailgate, hinge and attachments).

At a glance

Campaign number
26V-689
Reported
October 20, 2026
Vehicles affected
30,123 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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-[removed]. 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.

Affected vehicles