NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 26V343000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Published May 28, 2026 · Recall initiated: May 27, 2026
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
What to do
Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S35. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- RANGER
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2025 FORD RANGER | 2026 FORD EXPLORER | 2025 FORD EXPLORER | 2026 FORD RANGER | 2026 FORD BRONCO | 2025 FORD BRONCO
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US