FORD — recall

Automotive · United States · 2026-04-14

Ford F-59 and F-53 vehicles, front axle hub assembly missing spindle nut

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-04-14
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company
Models affected	F-53, F-59
Model year	2025-2026, 2025-2026
Units affected	4351
Defect	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._x000D_ 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.
Component	WHEELS
Remedy	Dealers will inspect and replace the front axle spindle nut and cotter pin as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed April 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in July 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 number	26V235000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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