Ford recalls more than 223,000 vehicles over fuel tank issueFox BusinessMatthew KazinTue, September 15, 2026 at 8:33 PM UTCAdd us on GoogleFord is recalling more than 223,472 pickup trucks due to an improperly secured fuel tank, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said."In some instances, front fuel tank strap T-slots were not properly inserted into the vehicle's frame rail at the time of vehicle assembly," the recall report said.The recall affects certain model year 2023-2027 F-150 pickups, according to NHTSA.Nearly 150,000 Ford Vehicles Recalled After Defect Raises Risk Of Sudden Power Loss While DrivingAn improperly secured fuel tank could increase the risk of a fire or stalling of the engine due to fuel loss, the recall report said. If the tank detaches, it poses a road hazard to other vehicles.AdvertisementAdvertisementFord estimates that 1% of vehicles involved in the recall are affected.Read On The Fox Business AppSome Older Ford Vehicles Pose 'Unreasonable' Safety Risks, Regulators WarnFord To Invest $1B In Kentucky Truck PlantOwners will be notified by mail and should take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the fuel tanks inspected and replaced, if necessary, the recall report said. The service will be free of charge, Ford told FOX Business.Notification letters are expected to be mailed to owners beginning Sept. 21.Click Here To Get Fox Business On The GoOriginal article source: Ford recalls more than 223,000 vehicles over fuel tank issue
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