Skip to main content

2026 FORD Explorer ENGINE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for ENGINE issues.

← View all 2026 FORD Explorer recalls

ENGINE Safety Recalls

Critical #25V828000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

ENGINE

Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Risk if Unfixed
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 24, 2025.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other FORD Explorer 2026 Recalls

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
4 recalls
VISIBILITY
3 recalls
SEATS
2 recalls
AIR BAGS
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
TRAILER HITCHES
1 recall

Other FORD Explorer Years

2027
1 recall
2025
20 recalls
2024
10 recalls
2023
15 recalls
2022
24 recalls
2021
26 recalls
2020
33 recalls
2019
6 recalls
2018
7 recalls
2017
14 recalls
2016
15 recalls
2015
9 recalls
2014
7 recalls
2013
12 recalls
2012
7 recalls
2011
8 recalls
2010
2 recalls
2009
1 recall
2008
3 recalls
2007
3 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2005
3 recalls
2004
4 recalls
2003
7 recalls
2002
10 recalls
2001
12 recalls
2000
15 recalls

Similar ENGINE Recalls in Other Vehicles

2023 FORD Escape
42 ENGINE recalls
2015 FORD F-150
42 ENGINE recalls
2016 FORD F-150
42 ENGINE recalls
2018 FORD F-150
42 ENGINE recalls
2020 BMW 3 Series
28 ENGINE recalls
2019 BMW Z4
28 ENGINE recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 FORD Explorer safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the ENGINE recall for the 2026 FORD Explorer? (Campaign #25V828000)

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak. An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 24, 2025.