Recall 26V343000: Ford Motor Company, engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Reported 2026-05-27 · vehicle recall · 1,536 units
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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.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | BRONCO | 2025 |
| FORD | BRONCO | 2026 |
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2025 |
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2026 |
| FORD | RANGER | 2025 |
| FORD | RANGER | 2026 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S35 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | 2026-10-23 |
Original record: NHTSA · JSON: /api/recall/26V343000.json · all recent recalls
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