NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026 Ford Explorer recall: Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly
- Recall number
- 26V581000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles › Air Bags
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 7
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Air Bags
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | Explorer | 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 vehicles. The active vent on the passenger side may not open as intended, preventing the air bag from deploying properly.
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
What should you do?
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S65. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 14, 2026.
Manufacturer campaign number
26S65
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V581000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.