# Ford F-150 fuel tank safety recall > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ford-f-150-fuel-tank-safety-recall > Updated: 2026-09-16T17:32:46.000Z. Sources: 28. Developments: 3. Ford Motor Company has issued a safety recall in the United States for 223,472 F-150 pickup trucks manufactured between the 2023 and 2027 model years. The recall, identified by the NHTSA as 26S69, is due to a defect in the fuel tank mounting and retaining system, specifically involving improperly secured fuel tank straps. If the straps are not properly secured, the fuel tank may shift, leak, or potentially detach from the vehicle while in motion. Such failures present risks of engine shutdown, fire hazards, and increased crash potential. While Ford has noted 16 warranty claims globally regarding this issue, no accidents or injuries have been reported. Ford dealerships will inspect affected vehicles and replace the fuel tank straps at no cost to owners. The company has indicated that owners will be notified via mail starting September 21. Recent reports clarify that the recall affects vehicles manufactured from January 4, 2023, through the present. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-16: Ford F-150 receives 2027 updates and issues major recall Ford is updating the 2027 F-150 with a new standard V6 engine and expanded BlueCruise features, while recalling over 223,000 units from 2023-2027 due to potential fuel tank strap loosening. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ford-f-150-receives-2027-updates-and-issues-major-recall ### 2026-09-14: Ford recalls 223,000 F-150 trucks and unveils 2027 model updates Ford is recalling over 223,000 F-150 trucks (2023-2027) due to fuel tank detachment risks, while simultaneously unveiling 2027 model updates featuring new base engines and expanded V-8 availability. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ford-recalls-223000-f-150-trucks-over-fuel-tank-risk ### 2026-09-12: Ford recalls 223,000 F-150 vehicles in the US over fuel tank risks Ford is recalling 223,472 F-150 trucks in the US due to a fuel tank mounting defect that could cause leaks, fires, or the tank detaching while driving. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ford-recalls-223000-f-150-vehicles-in-the-us-over-fuel-tank-risks --- Cite as: Ford F-150 fuel tank safety recall. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ford-f-150-fuel-tank-safety-recall