Ford: Trailer Brakes And Lighting May Be Lost (electrical System)

Recall Summary Ford is recalling certain aftermarket trailer brake and lighting accessory kits (part numbers RL3Z-19H322-AA and ML3Z-19H322-AA variants) sold for 2021-2026 F-150 trucks. The integrated trailer module in these kits may lose communication with the vehicle, which can disable the trailer's brakes, turn signals, and brake lights. Dealers will fix the problem free of charge by updating the software in the module.

Recalling firm

Ford Motor Company

Product

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain ITRM accessory kits with part number RL3Z-19H322-AA, ML3Z-19H322-AA, AB, BA, BB, CA, and CB that were sold as aftermarket accessory kits for Ford 2021-2026 F-150 vehicles. The integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, causing a loss of brake function, turn signals and brake lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Reason

A loss of trailer brakes or lights can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: Dealers will update the ITRM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C35.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall date

2026-07-14

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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