2026 Ford Bronco, 2026 Ford Bronco Sport, 2026 Ford Explorer and 2 other models Recall: Engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can…
NHTSA campaign 26V548000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Aug 25, 2026 · verified Sep 2, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — 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, are expected to be mailed September 4, 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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V548000 (manufacturer number 26S61). Data last verified Sep 2, 2026.