Ford Recall 26V235000: Wheels, Hub

NHTSA recall 26V235000 · announced April 14, 2026 · filed by Ford Motor Company · 4,351 units affected

The problem

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.

The risk

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.

What to do

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.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2025 Ford F-53
• 2026 Ford F-53
• 2025 Ford F-59
• 2026 Ford F-59

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.