Recall 26V-548: 2026 Ford Bronco, 2026 Ford Bronco Sport and 3 more
Ford Motor Company recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Aug 25, 2026, covering about 10,427 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V548000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Bronco | 2026 | All years |
| Ford Bronco Sport | 2026 | All years |
| Ford Explorer | 2026 | All years |
| Ford Mustang | 2026 | All years |
| Ford Ranger | 2026 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V-548?
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 is recall 26V-548 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.