Recall 2026 Super Duty Headlight Assemblies — 26V-606

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Compliance recall · NHTSA 26V-606 / Ford 26C43

This is a recall. It was filed with the government, not just sent to dealers. To see whether your truck is included, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a Ford dealer.

Published: Sep 22, 2026
Applies to: F-250, F-350 (2026 model year)

Also listed in the source (outside this forum's coverage): Expedition 2025–2027, F-450 SD 2026, F-550 SD 2026

Summary (official text)​

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Expedition, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD vehicles. The headlight assemblies may contain a contaminated LED chip, which can result in a loss of daytime running lights, parking lights, high beams or low beams. 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."

Safety risk (NHTSA)​

A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy (official text)​

Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C43. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 26, 2026.

Sources​

• NHTSA recall 26V-606 — Sep 22, 2026

Details from NHTSA as of Oct 7, 2026. If NHTSA or Ford revises this notice, this post is updated and significant changes are noted in a reply. The linked documents are the authority, and a dealer can confirm whether it applies to your VIN.

Has your dealer done this recall on your truck? Share your model year and engine, how long the repair took, and anything you noticed afterward.