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2026 Ford F-59 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2026 Ford F-59 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2026 compare to other F-59 years?

F-59 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted8 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2020: 8 complaints2021: 4 complaints2022: 7 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 2 complaints
F-59 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2026 Ford F-59 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes150%
Other150%

Does the 2026 Ford F-59 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V235000Tires & WheelsApril 14, 2026 · 4,351 units

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.

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.

26V155000LightingMarch 17, 2026 · 2,422 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 20, 2026

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 20, 2026

2026 Ford F-59 — common questions

Is the 2026 Ford F-59 reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2026 Ford F-59 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2026 Ford F-59. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.