United States2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles are affected; owners can check whether their vehicle is included by searching VINs on NHTSA.gov (VINs became searchable on August 28, 2026). The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause piston dome failure and a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block if necessary free of charge; interim letters were mailed September 3, 2026 and the remedy is anticipated in December 2026; owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall 26S61).
What's being 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.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V548000; Manufacturer campaign 26S61
The hazard
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
What to 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.
The official notice
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