Recall 26V370 affects 4,445 2017 Ford F-150 trucks for instrument-cluster power loss. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
Ford is recalling 4,445 2017 F-150 pickups previously repaired incorrectly under recall 17V053 because the instrument cluster can lose power after initial startup in cold temperatures. When the cluster goes dark, gear position and warning lights are hidden, increasing the risk of a crash or injury; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The instrument panel cluster in the 2017 Ford F-150 is the display and gauge assembly in front of the driver. It shows speed, warning lights, and key status information, including the transmission gear position indicator. The cluster depends on its software and power supply controls to wake up correctly after the engine starts.
These trucks were previously repaired under Ford recall 17C01 / 17V-053, but the intended Instrument Panel Cluster software was not confirmed on every affected truck. In cold ambient temperatures, immediately after start-up, the power supply inside the 8-inch cluster productivity screen can fail to maintain electrical output control. When that happens, the cluster loses power and several gauges or indicators do not illuminate.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner sees the problem only after starting the truck, when the cluster or gear position display fails to light as expected.
Who's affected?
VINs become searchable on July 6, 2026; until then, the VIN-by-VIN list is not public.
| 2017 Ford F-150 | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4,445 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Ford F-150 pickup truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the instrument cluster stops showing gear position or warning lights, you lose information needed to judge whether the truck is safe to move, which increases the risk of a crash or injury. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the software update when Ford opens the repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Watch for Ford's owner letter expected on July 6, 2026 before scheduling the repair.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer after the owner letter arrives to schedule the free instrument-cluster software update that fixes the cold-start display failure.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V370 when you call.
- Confirm the gear position indicator and warning lights illuminate after startup before you shift into gear.
What happens at the repair
Once Ford opens the recall repair, a Ford technician will update the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly software. That software update is intended to keep the instrument cluster powered after startup in cold temperatures so the affected gauges, including the transmission gear position indicator, illuminate as required. The dealer repair will be free once available. Ford uses its standard reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you already paid for a related instrument cluster software repair, ask Ford customer service or the dealer how to submit documented expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 9, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 6, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| July 6, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 8, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V370?
Recall 26V370 covers 4,445 2017 Ford F-150 trucks previously repaired incorrectly under recall 17V053. The instrument cluster can lose power after start-up in cold temperatures, so the gear-position display and warning lights fail to illuminate. Ford dealers will update the IPC software for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 26V370. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly software update. Reference Ford recall number 26C26 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford's remedy says dealers will update the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly software free of charge. Use a franchised Ford dealer for the recall work.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is missing critical information on the instrument cluster. If the cluster fails to show gear position or warning lights, the driver loses information needed to operate the truck safely, which increases the risk of a crash or injury.
When will Ford notify owners?
Ford expects to mail owner notification letters on July 6, 2026. The notice will identify the recall, Ford recall number 26C26, and the dealer software update. You do not need to wait for the letter before checking your VIN.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V370000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V370 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V370000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 15, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →