NHTSA recall 26V373000
Daytime Running Lights May Not Dim/FMVSS 108
- Vehicles affected
- 91,198
- Completion rate
- 0%
- Remedy
- Dealer visit
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Description
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."
Issue
Daytime Running Lamps that do not dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
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.
Related to
Rework Generation 2
- 20V097000
Recall not found in current collection
Internal ID: 26V373000 · Updated October 2, 2026
