Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve in your vehicle might not work properly, which could lead to a loss of engine power.
Risk if Unfixed
If the EGR valve fails, you may lose power while driving, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will fix this issue for free once they have a solution, and they will contact you with more information and a schedule for the repair in September 2026.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
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