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NHTSA·Cars and vehicles·June 9, 2026

Ford recalls 2018–2020 F-150 vehicles over daytime running lamps that may not dim

When the headlight switch is turned from "Autolamps" to "Headlamps On," the Daytime Running Lamps may stay fully bright instead of dimming, which may reduce other drivers' visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will reprogram the body control module software free of charge. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and refer to Ford's recall number 26C28.

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Recall details

Product
Ford F-150 2018–2020
Company
Ford Motor Company
Hazard
Daytime Running Lamps that do not dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Units
91,198 vehicles
Owner notification
July 17, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
June 9, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V373000
  • Manufacturer campaign number: 26C28
  • Model years: 2018–2020

The headline, summary and steps above are written in plain English from the official notice below. Identifiers are copied exactly as the agency published them. Always check the official notice before you act.

Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V097. When the headlight switch is turned from "Autolamps" to "Headlamps On," the Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) may remain fully bright instead of dimming to parking lamps as intended. 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
Daytime Running Lamps that do not dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
,Dealers will reprogram the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C28. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.

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