NHTSA · Vehicle · Recall 26V532000 · Recalled August 13, 2026
Ford Explorer recall (26V532000)
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine. The engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure.
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2. Agency hazard and consumer action
NHTSA reports: Engine failure can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing oil to leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA consumer action: Dealers will replace the engine long blocks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S58. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 18, 2026.
Affected product: Ford Explorer recall status
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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Agency excerpts come from the public data feed and may omit tables or later changes; the linked government source is authoritative. Source last checked October 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM UTC. Record retrieved August 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM UTC.