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2026 Ford F-150

Recalls, consumer complaints, safety ratings, fuel cost estimate, and next steps from official public data sources.

2026 Ford F-150
1 Total recalls
Feb 20, 2026 Latest recall date
3 Complaint reports
$2,646 Estimated fuel cost
Quick answer: The 2026 Ford F-150 has 1 official recall and 3 consumer complaints in our database. The latest recall date is Feb 20, 2026. The most common complaint categories include electrical system, engine, unknown or other. Estimated annual fuel cost is $2,646 based on the current calculator assumptions.

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Recall homework

There is 1 official recall listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.

Owner complaint pattern

Owner complaints most often mention electrical system, engine, unknown or other. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.

Service bulletin signal

38 manufacturer communications are listed. These are not recalls, but they can reveal repair instructions, warranty extensions, software notices, or known service patterns.

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Safety ratings

Official safety ratings were found for 8 tested variants of the 2026 Ford F-150.

Overall 5/5 stars
Frontal crash 5/5 stars
Side crash 5/5 stars
Rollover 4/5 stars

Displayed variant: 2026 FORD F-150 (SUPER CREW) GAS PU/CC N/A RWD ; rollover risk 16.4%

Safety ratings can vary by tested body style, trim, drivetrain, or variant. Do not assume every trim has the same rating unless the official record says so.
Variant Overall Front Side Rollover
2026 FORD F-150 (SUPER CREW) GAS PU/CC N/A RWD Default 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2026 FORD F-150 (REGULAR CAB) GAS PU/RC N/A 4WD 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2026 FORD F-150 (REGULAR CAB) GAS PU/RC N/A RWD 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2026 FORD F-150 (SUPER CAB) GAS PU/EC N/A 4WD 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2026 FORD F-150 (SUPER CAB) GAS PU/EC N/A RWD 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2026 FORD F-150 (SUPER CREW) GAS PU/CC N/A 4WD 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2026 FORD F-150 (SUPER CREW) HEV PU/CC HEV 4WD 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2026 FORD F-150 (SUPER CREW) LIGHTNING BEV PU/CC BEV 4WD 5/5 stars 4/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars

How many recalls does the 2026 Ford F-150 have?

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1 official recall on record for the 2026 Ford F-150. 1 matched quarterly completion report is available.

Latest recall: February 20, 2026

Recall data is based on official records. This page is not an official VIN recall check. Always confirm open recalls with an official VIN lookup, the manufacturer, or an authorized dealer. Completion reports are campaign-level, delayed, and not VIN-specific.
Campaign Component Summary Consequence Remedy Date Completion
26V104000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash. The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026. Feb 2026 2026-1
706,461 remedied / 4,381,878 involved (16.1%)

Are there manufacturer notices for the 2026 Ford F-150?

Official records show 38 manufacturer communications on record for the 2026 Ford F-150.

0 warranty 0 service campaigns 5 software/OTA

Common components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (17), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (12), POWER TRAIN (11), STRUCTURE:BODY (8), VISIBILITY/WIPER (7)

Manufacturer communications are not recalls. They can include service bulletins, repair instructions, warranty extensions, software updates, service campaigns, and other notices.
Date Type Component Summary ID / document
Jul 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This bulletin supersedes 25-2383. Reason for update: to add 2023-2026 F-150 2.7L vehicles. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model Statement may exhibit a vibration/shudder felt during light throttle tip in at highway speeds (8,9,10 gear) with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) present. This may be due to various software parameters in the powertrain control module (PCM). 11034540
TSB 26-2304
Jun 2026 Other VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Certain 2025-2026 Model Year F-150, 2026 Model Year Mustang, Navigator, and 2026-2027 Model Year Expedition Vehicles Accelerator Pedal Inspection and Replacement 11034218
26B10
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER Some 2021-2026 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a U2100:00 diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for initial configuration incomplete stored in the trailer control module (TRM). This may be due to the vehicle having a Ford accessory trailer brake kit installed without being programmed following the included instructions. If the vehicle was built with minor feature code FDDAA and a trailer brake gain switch is present in the stock location in the instrument panel, a Ford Accessory trailer brake kit has been installed on the vehicle. If a Ford Accessory trailer brake kit is present, download and run the "TRM - Towbar Configuration" application using the latest software level of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) scan tool. To confirm a vehicle is built with a certain minor feature code, review the build information by double-clicking the vehicle identification number (VIN) in the upper left corner in the Professional Technician System (PTS). 11034019
SSM 54940
Jun 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions SUSPENSION Some of the vehicles listed in the Model Statement above may exhibit a clunking noise from the rear suspension while turning at low speeds. This may be due to binding at the leaf spring clinch clips. 11033819
TSB 26-2264
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions POWER TRAIN This bulletin supersedes 26-2112. Reason For Update: add 2026 model year vehicles, update LV fluid XT-10-QLVC and CXT-10-LV6 description to add "Transfer Case Fluid 4WD Only", and update Step 4 to inspect/replace 7H351 and 7B177 outside of this article. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: - No upshift past second gear - Unable to achieve third gear ratio - Illuminated MIL with DTCs P0757 and P2701 This may be due to a damaged one-way clutch (OWC). 11033575
TSB 26-2263
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions EXTERIOR LIGHTING Some 2024-2026 F-150 vehicles may exhibit an incorrect fuel gauge indication when distance to empty (DTE) is below 50 miles. Workshop Manual (WSM), Sections 413-01 > Description and Operation > Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) - System Operation and Component Description along with 413-01 > Diagnosis and Testing > Pinpoint Test D have been updated for this concern. 11033252
SSM 54874
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER Some 2024-2026 F-150 vehicles may experience a no crank/no start condition and/or display various warning indicators/messages in the instrument panel cluster (IPC), including but not limited to, "Pre-Collision Assist Not Available", "Hill Start Assist Not Available", "Pre-Collision Assist Fault", and/or "Service AdvanceTrac". The vehicle may also have multiple communication fault diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) related to the high-speed control area network 2 (HS-CAN2) and the flexible data rate control area network (FD-CAN) modules and/or the entire network may be unresponsive. This may be due to improperly seated connector and/or a pin fit condition in connector C210. <br /><br /> If the vehicle exhibits the above conditions, access and inspect connector C210 for proper attachment, pin fit, and/or damage and repair as necessary. This connector can be accessed by removing the glovebox from its hinge. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 412-00 Climate Control System - General Information > Removal and Installation > Cabin Air Filter and perform Steps 1 and 2. If the fault persists, refer to WSM, Sec 11033253
SSM 54877
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions POWER TRAIN Some 2023-2026 F-150 Raptor R vehicles may experience an intermittent extended crank condition when starting the vehicle with no powertrain related diagnostics trouble codes (DTC) stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This condition will not prevent the vehicle from starting. This may be due to the software in the PCM. This condition does not affect vehicle durability, and no additional diagnosis or service is required for this condition at this time. Inform customers that they can continue to drive the vehicle and engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition that is expected by the end of Q3 2026. Replacement or reprogramming of the PCM will not resolve this condition. Monitor Professional Technician System (PTS) for additional information and schedule service appointments for customers once the repair becomes available. <br /><br /> If a vehicle exhibits this concern, click on the "Submit Global Concern Report (GCR)" link at the upper right of the PTS Vehicle ID screen (vehicle identification number ÝVIN¨ required) and fill out the form. Do not use the "Report A Problem" 11032757
SSM 54824
May 2026 Over The Air POWER TRAIN Emissions recall 26E03 -Powertrain Control Module update to improve emissions control capabilities 11032718
PCM-26.10 F-150
May 2026 Emissions POWER TRAIN Certain 2026 Model Year F-150 Raptor Vehicles With 3.5L Engines Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update 11033583
26E03

What are the most common 2026 Ford F-150 complaints?

3 total complaints on record

How much does the 2026 Ford F-150 cost in fuel?

Estimated annual cost $2,646 $220/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 18.8 MPG
Energy used 638 gal/yr
Price assumption $4.15 $/gal

Assumptions: 16 city / 24 highway / 19 combined MPG · Regular Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jul 18, 2026)

472 g/mi CO2Fuel score 4/10

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