Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The engine in your Explorer, Ranger, or Bronco is the part that powers your vehicle. In some 2025-2026 models, the engine's internal components could fail without warning.
Risk if Unfixed
If the engine fails, you could lose power while driving, which increases the risk of a crash. This could be a serious situation, especially at high speeds or on steep hills.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the engine's core components with new, reliable parts at no cost to you. You'll receive additional information once the repair is available, likely in November 2026. In the meantime, you should monitor your vehicle for any issues and schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 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.
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