NHTSA recall 26V118000
Back over prevention › Warnings › External/pedestrian alert
Ford E-350 and 1 more
Reported Mar 3, 2026316 vehicles affectedFord Motor CompanyMaker’s number 26S12Built Aug 25, 2025 – Dec 8, 2025
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 E-350 and E-450 vehicles. The backup alarm connector may become loose and detach, preventing the alarm from sounding when the vehicle is backing up.
The risk
A backup alarm that fails to alert pedestrians and other vehicles of a reversing vehicle, increases the risk of crash or injury.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the exterior sound connector on the frame wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S12. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.