2026 Ford F-59 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-59 years
- Not enough data 4th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2026 Ford F-59. That ranks 4th out of 14 F-59 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (1 complaints, 100%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2026 Ford F-59 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2026 Ford F-59 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Wheels:hub
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.
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.
Fix: 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.
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-59 and F-53 commercial stripped chassis vehicles. The exterior brake lights may remain illuminated when the driver is not applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the brake pedal and repair the brake booster push rod as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C17. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Description It is possible that your vehicles brake pedal may not fully return to the rest position after being depressed. As a result, the stop lamps may remain illuminated when the brakes are not in use. Safety Risk Stop lamps that illuminate when the brakes are not in use can increase the risk…
Other Ford F-59 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 2 |
| 2025 F-59 | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 F-59 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 F-59 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 F-59 | 3 | 4 |
| 2021 F-59 | 4 | 3 |
| 2020 F-59 | 5 | 2 |
| 2017 F-59 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 F-59 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 F-59 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 F-59 | 1 | 2 |
| 2013 F-59 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 F-59 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 F-59 | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Ford F-59?
Owners most often report service brakes, unknown or other problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Ford F-59?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2026 Ford F-59 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-59 model years, the 2026 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.