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Ford Recalls 223,472 F-150s Over Fuel-Tank Strap Defect

By Drooid · Sep 14, 2026, 10:46 PM UTC · How we work

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Ford Recall F-150

Ford Motor Co. is recalling 223,472 2023-2027 F-150 pickups because front fuel-tank straps may be improperly assembled.
The defect could cause fuel-tank leaks, detachment, road hazards, engine stalls, or fires.
Dealers will inspect and replace the straps at no charge to owners.
NHTSA listed the recall on Sept. 9, 2026, making VINs searchable on Sept. 14, 2026.
Ford will mail notification letters to owners beginning Sept. 21, 2026.

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Ford Stops Mustang Sales

Ford recalled 7,724 Mustangs in 2026, its 20th recall this year and the most among Australian brands.
The recall kept the Mustang as Australia’s best-selling sports car despite being the most recalled model in 2025.
A stop-sale order blocks sale of nearly 500 dealer-stock Mustangs until replacement parts arrive in December.
Excluded models are the Mustang Dark Horse, Dark Horse T8-Spec Pack, and any built after June 2026.

History

Historical Context

In 1974 the Center for Auto Safety petitioned NHTSA over Pinto fuel-tank leaks; after a high-profile 1977 “Pinto Madness” campaign, NHTSA declared the design defective on May 8 1978 and Ford voluntarily recalled 1.5 million Pintos and Mercury Bobcats on June 9 1978. The episode prompted stricter federal fuel-system standards and set a precedent for later large-scale auto recalls.

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Ford Recall F-150

Ford Motor Co. is recalling 223,472 2023-2027 F-150 pickups because front fuel-tank straps may be improperly assembled.
The defect could cause fuel-tank leaks, detachment, road hazards, engine stalls, or fires.
Dealers will inspect and replace the straps at no charge to owners.
NHTSA listed the recall on Sept. 9, 2026, making VINs searchable on Sept. 14, 2026.
Ford will mail notification letters to owners beginning Sept. 21, 2026.

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