Vehicle recall 26V235000 · April 14, 2026
Ford F-53 and F-59
The front axle hub assembly may be missing the spindle nut and cotter pin.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The front axle hub assembly may be missing the spindle nut and cotter pin.
- Consequence
- A missing spindle nut may lead to brake system damage or wheel detachment, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front axle spindle nut and cotter pin as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S27. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 16, 2026.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V235000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 14, 2026
- Filed by
- Ford Motor Company
- Manufacturer campaign
- 26S27
- Owner notification
- May 4, 2026
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 4,351
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Wheels › Hub
Vehicles covered
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