Ford Recalls Over 4.3 Million Vehicles Due to Potential Trailer Brake and Light Failure

What Happened

Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for over 4.3 million vehicles due to a defect in the electrical system’s integrated trailer module (ITRM). When towing a trailer, the module may lose communication with the vehicle. This failure can lead to a loss of trailer brake function and the loss of trailer brake and turn signal lights. Consequently, these vehicles do not comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, which governs lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects approximately 4,380,609 units across several Ford and Lincoln models. The specific vehicles involved include:

• Ford F-150: Model years 2021-2026
• Ford F-250 SD: Model years 2022-2026
• Lincoln Navigator: Model years 2022-2026
• Ford Expedition: Model years 2022-2026
• Ford Maverick: Model years 2022-2026
• Ford Ranger: Model years 2024-2026
• Ford E-Transit: Model year 2026

What You Should Do

Ford will provide a software update for the integrated trailer module free of charge. This update can be performed by a dealer or delivered through an over-the-air (OTA) update. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s internal reference number for this recall is 26C10. Additionally, Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on the NHTSA website starting March 17, 2026.

Why This Matters

Trailer lights or brakes that fail to function properly reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and make it less visible to other motorists. These conditions significantly increase the risk of a crash while towing.

Source

This recall is based on NHTSA Campaign Number 26V104000.