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 heart of the vehicle. In some 2025-2026 models, a critical internal part could fail without warning.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you'll suddenly lose power while driving, which can make it harder to control your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the entire engine with a brand-new one, free of charge. This repair is scheduled to start in November 2026, but in the meantime, you'll receive a safety notice with more information. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more details.
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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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