NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026 Ford Bronco and 4 more recall: Improperly Manufactured Pistons May Fail
- Recall number
- 26V548000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles › Engine And Engine Cooling
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 10001
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Engine And Engine Cooling
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | Bronco | 2026 |
| Ford | Bronco Sport | 2026 |
| Ford | Explorer | 2026 |
| Ford | Mustang | 2026 |
| Ford | Ranger | 2026 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
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.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
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, were mailed September 3, 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.
Manufacturer campaign number
26S61
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V548000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.