Ford Motor Company has issued a safety recall affecting approximately 10,001 vehicles. The recall was filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on August 25, 2026 under campaign number 26V548000.
The Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
The Risk
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The Remedy
Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 4, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.
Affected Vehicles
- 2026 Ford Bronco
- 2026 Ford Bronco Sport
- 2026 Ford Explorer
- 2026 Ford Mustang
- 2026 Ford Ranger
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V548000
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