Component
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The seat pivot bolts in your Ranger or Bronco are the small metal pieces that hold the seat's height-adjustment mechanism in place. In some 2024-2026 models, these bolts can come loose or even fall out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pivot bolt is loose or missing, your seat might not keep you securely in place during a crash. This could lead to serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as needed, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and you can call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
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