2023-2027 Ford F-150 Fuel Tank Mount Recall (26V578)
Ford Motor Company · 223,472 vehicles · Reported September 9, 2026
Ford Motor Company is recalling 223,472 2023-2027 Ford F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving. A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 26V578 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V578000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 26S69 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | September 9, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2023-2027 Ford F-150 |
| Units affected | 223,472 |
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline > Storage > Tank Assembly > Mounting |
| Safety risk | A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2023-2027 Ford F-150 in recall 26V578?
The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2027 F-150 vehicles. The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
Is it safe to drive a 2023-2027 F-150 with recall 26V578?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the mounting.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V578?
Recall 26V578 covers 223,472 vehicles: 2023-2027 Ford F-150.
NHTSA lists 223,472 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-2027 | Ford | F-150 |
What is the fix for the F-150 fuel tank mount recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed 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.
When was recall 26V578 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 26V578 to NHTSA on September 9, 2026. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as September 21, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| September 9, 2026 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V578000. |
| September 21, 2026 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 0 months ago. If your F-150 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my F-150 is part of recall 26V578?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V578 is open on your F-150, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 26V578000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should F-150 owners do about recall 26V578?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 26V578000 applies to your F-150.
- Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any mounting symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are F-150 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 713 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 20 of them about the fuel system.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the fuel system have been filed since recall 26V578 was reported (0) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 713 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 20 of them involve the fuel system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2023 Ford F-150: 408 complaints in total, 10 about the fuel system
- 2024 Ford F-150: 189 complaints in total, 6 about the fuel system
- 2025 Ford F-150: 106 complaints in total, 4 about the fuel system
- 2026 Ford F-150: 10 complaints in total, 0 about the fuel system
- 2027 Ford F-150: 0 complaints in total, 0 about the fuel system
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
My wife was parking our F150 in a parking lot with landscaped dividers I was a passenger. The vehicle was in one foot driving mode. As she approached the curb going 1 to 3 mph, she moved her foot from the accelerator to the brake.
2025 Ford F-150 owner, AR, NHTSA complaint 11738717, filed May 19, 2026
Driving down a two lane road without any cruise control on the truck suddenly speeds up to almost 90mph with out pressing on throttle had hold brake down engine rpms were in the red shut truck off for it to finally go back to normal…
2025 Ford F-150 owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11739196, filed May 21, 2026
Description Vehicle emissions control information veci label updateDescription On your vehicle, the integrated park module ipm may not properly engage the park pawl, preventing the vehicle from locking into park when park p is selected. If this condition occurs, a wrench light and shift system fault message will be displayed in the instrument panel cluster.
2025 Ford F-150 owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11744279, filed June 15, 2026
Can recall 26V578 make my F-150 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Fuel system defects can cause stalling, fuel leaks or a fire risk. Repeat stalling after a recall repair is a strong sign the fix did not work.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2023-2027 Ford F-150 has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 26V578
Is the 26V578000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed September 21, 2026.
How do I know if my F-150 is part of recall 26V578000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 26V578000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.