NHTSA recall 26V-343: Engine and Engine Cooling

Ford Motor Company · Reported May 27, 2026 · 4 affected model years

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

26V-343
May 27, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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.
Safety risk
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 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

NHTSA campaign number26V343000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Report dateMay 27, 2026
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling:Engine:Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
Fixed over the airNo
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Affected vehicles

2026 Ford Explorer14 recalls total2026 Ford Ranger8 recalls total2025 Ford Explorer20 recalls total2025 Ford Ranger13 recalls total

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