Recalls
Recent recalls for the Ford F-150 and Ram 1500
Fuel tank straps, rear seat belt anchors, side air bags and backup cameras. A plain-language rundown for two of the most popular trucks around.
The F-150 and Ram 1500 are everywhere in Jackson County. Both have had several recalls this summer and fall. Here are four of them, in plain language.
NHTSA 26V578000 Reported
Certain 2023 to 2027 Ford F-150
- The problem
- The fuel tank may be improperly secured. It can leak fuel or detach while driving.
- The risk
- A detached tank is a road hazard, and a fuel leak can cause a stall or a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps as needed, free of charge. Ford's recall number is 26S69.
NHTSA 26V495000 Reported
Certain 2019 to 2026 Ram 1500
- The problem
- The second-row center and left seat belt buckle anchors may have been installed incorrectly.
- The risk
- A belt that isn't anchored properly may not hold a passenger in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and attach the buckle anchor to the body structure as needed, free of charge. FCA's recall number is 67D.
NHTSA 26V622000 Reported
Certain 2026 Ram 1500
- The problem
- A connector for the driver and front passenger side air bags may not be secured properly.
- The risk
- A side air bag that doesn't deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and repair the connections as needed, free of charge. Owner letters are expected October 27, 2026. FCA's recall number is 94D.
NHTSA 26V531000 Reported
Certain 2026 Ram 1500 and Ram 2500, plus many 2026 Jeep and Chrysler models
- The problem
- The rearview camera image may not appear when the vehicle is in reverse.
- The risk
- Less visibility behind the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Radio software will be updated by a dealer or over the air, free of charge. FCA's recall number is 78D.
There's also a 2026 F-150 rear suspension recall (26V577000). We covered it in our suspension, wheels and steering roundup.
Next step
Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, then call your dealer to schedule the recall repair.
Recall details come from NHTSA's recall database as of October 13, 2026. Recalls change, so always confirm with your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
