Recall 26V-581
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2026 Ford Explorer: Air bags (frontal).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V-581
- Reported
- September 9, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 7 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles. The active vent on the passenger side may not open as intended, preventing the air bag from deploying properly.
The risk
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 26S65. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 14, 2026.
Affected vehicles
- Ford Explorer 2026