The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·26V343000·Announced 2026-05-27

Ford Explorer, Ranger and Bronco engines may fail during driving

Ford is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger and Bronco vehicles because the engine may fail, resulting in a loss of drive power. 1,536 vehicles are affected.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: An engine failure that removes drive power while driving is a structural vehicle defect, meeting the Severe criterion.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The campaign covers 1,536 vehicles.

The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power. A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

The recall applies to owners and operators of the affected model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed on 15 June 2026, with further letters once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026.

Dealers will replace the engine long block free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, quoting recall number 26S35.

The recalled product

Product
2026 FORD EXPLORER
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — SUV and pickup truck
Hazard
  • engine-failure
  • loss-of-drive-power
  • structural-defect
Affected units
1,536

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • EXPLORER
  • BRONCO
  • RANGER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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