Recall 26V-101
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2017 to 2019 Ford Explorer: Suspension (rear).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V-101
- Reported
- February 20, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 412,774 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture.
The risk
A rear toe link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the toe links, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 26S08. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 21V537. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 25, 2026.
Affected vehicles
- Ford Explorer 2017 to 2019