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Recall 26V-548

Ford Motor Company recalled the 2026 Ford Bronco and 4 other models: Engine and engine cooling (engine, hard parts internal/mechanical).

At a glance

Campaign number
26V-548
Reported
August 25, 2026
Vehicles affected
10,001 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.

The risk

An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 26S61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.

Affected vehicles