Ford Recalls (2021-2027)

Which Ford models have recalls?

• Bronco: 50 recalls
• Bronco Sport: 32 recalls
• E-150: 1 recall
• E-250: 1 recall
• E-Transit: 3 recalls
• Ecosport: 3 recalls
• Edge: 9 recalls
• Escape: 34 recalls
• Escape Hybrid: 1 recall
• Escape PHEV: 2 recalls
• Expedition: 25 recalls
• Explorer: 59 recalls
• Explorer Hybrid: 3 recalls
• Explorer Intercept Hybrid: 1 recall
• Explorer PHEV: 1 recall
• Explorer Police Intercept: 1 recall
• F-150: 59 recalls
• F-150 Hybrid: 2 recalls
• F-150 Lightning Bev: 15 recalls
• F-250 SD: 39 recalls
• F-350 SD: 40 recalls
• F-450 SD: 31 recalls
• Maverick: 45 recalls
• Maverick Hybrid: 1 recall
• Mustang: 28 recalls
• Mustang Gtd: 1 recall
• Mustang Mach E: 22 recalls
• Ranger: 32 recalls
• Transit: 29 recalls
• Transit Connect: 4 recalls

What parts are recalled most on Ford vehicles?

What are the newest Ford recalls?

• 2026 Ford Ranger Backup Camera Display Recall (26V605)
  September 22, 2026 · 11,405 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  1-inch center stack screen. The screen may lose power and fail to display the rearview camera image.

  Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The remedy is currently under development.

• 2025-2027 Ford Expedition Headlight Recall (26V606)
  September 22, 2026 · 41,748 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlight assemblies may contain a contaminated LED chip, which can result in a loss of daytime running lights, parking lights, high beams or low beams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023-2027 Ford F-150 Fuel Tank Mount Recall (26V578)
  September 9, 2026 · 223,472 vehicles · Fuel System

  The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.

  Risk: A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E Electrical Management System Software Recall (26V582) Repeat recall
  September 9, 2026 · 86 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  The battery energy control module software may cause an incorrect state of charge to display in the vehicle, or lead to an increased risk of a high voltage battery fire after repeated DC Fast Charging cycles.

  Risk: An inaccurate state-of-charge reading can lead to an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of crash. Additionally, a high voltage battery fire increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the BECM software, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Bronco Curtain Air Bag Recall (26V580)
  September 9, 2026 · 2,711 vehicles · Air Bags

  The mounting bracket on the right-hand-side side curtain air bag may have a metal burr that can tear the air bag during deployment.

  Risk: A torn air bag may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will increase the space between the bracket and air bag to remove the contact condition, free of charge.

• 2026-2027 Ford Transit Seat Belt Buckle Recall (26V579)
  September 9, 2026 · 1,945 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The wireless seat belt reminder system (SBR) within the rear seat belt buckles may malfunction and fail to show a change in buckle status.

  Risk: A faulty seat belt status indicator may fail to alert occupants to an unfastened seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear seat belts and replace the wireless seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford F-150 Differential Recall (26V576)
  September 9, 2026 · 37 vehicles · Transmission

  Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may have been installed, which can result in rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.

  Risk: Rear wheel lock-up can result in a loss of vehicle control. Driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle rollaway if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied. Either of these situations can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear axle tail bearing, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Explorer Front Air Bag Recall (26V581)
  September 9, 2026 · 7 vehicles · Air Bags

  The active vent on the passenger side may not open as intended, preventing the air bag from deploying properly.

  Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford F-150 Rear Suspension Recall (26V577)
  September 9, 2026 · 17 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The stabilizer rod fasteners may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing, which can allow the rod to shift out of position.

  Risk: A misaligned stabilizer rod can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, which can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the stabilizer rod fasteners, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Explorer Engine Recall (26V548) Repeat recall
  August 25, 2026 · 10,001 vehicles · Engine

  The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.

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

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2026 Ford Mustang Wiring Recall (26V547)
  August 25, 2026 · 148,663 vehicles · Electrical System

  The engine compartment wiring harness ground connections may fracture and result in a loss of drive power, or a loss of function in the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning, or engine cooling fan. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

  Risk: A loss of driver power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a loss of headlight function or windshield washing system function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Maverick Body Panel Recall (26V550)
  August 25, 2026 · 23 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.

  Risk: Improperly tightened vehicle joints may lead to a loss of vehicle control, electrical failure, or detached parts, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Explorer Engine Recall (26V532) Repeat recall
  August 13, 2026 · 6 vehicles · Engine

  3L engine. The engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure.

  Risk: Engine failure can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing oil to leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the engine long blocks, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford F-150 Backup Camera Display Recall (26V489) Repeat recall
  July 28, 2026 · 47,587 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach E Exterior Trim Recall (26V487)
  July 28, 2026 · 86,543 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The rear side quarter window glass trim may be improperly secured, which can allow it to detach.

  Risk: Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025-2027 Ford Explorer Seat Power Seat Recall (26V470)
  July 21, 2026 · 76,748 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.

  Risk: Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat back may trap a second-row occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will disable the driver seat module (DSM) feature until parts are available.

• 2021-2026 Ford Bronco Front Underhood Recall (26V468)
  July 20, 2026 · 565,691 vehicles · Electrical System

  The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit.

  Risk: A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge.

• 2021-2027 Lincoln Aviator Rear Seat Recall (26V451) Repeat recall
  July 14, 2026 · 387,911 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.

  Risk: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid Pedestrian Alert Sound Recall (26V415) Repeat recall
  June 30, 2026 · 66,383 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

  Risk: A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691.

• 2021-2023 Ford Mustang Mach E Differential Recall (26V417)
  June 30, 2026 · 42,784 vehicles · Transmission

  The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.

  Risk: Differential pinion shaft fracture may result in a loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the rear differential assembly as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2026 Ford Mustang Wiper Motor Recall (26V418)
  June 30, 2026 · 67,842 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system may fail to function properly.

  Risk: Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Lincoln Navigator Transmission Recall (26V402) Repeat recall
  June 24, 2026 · 741,195 vehicles · Transmission

  The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.

  Risk: Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2026 Ford Bronco Body Panel Recall (26V403)
  June 24, 2026 · 36,046 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024 Ford Explorer Transmission Recall (26V371) Repeat recall
  June 9, 2026 · 58 vehicles · Transmission

  3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission. An unintentional powertrain control module (PCM) reset may occur while the vehicle is in motion and result in park system damage.

  Risk: A park system that is damaged may not shift into "PARK," resulting in a vehicle rollaway and increasing the risk of injury or crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect for park system damage and replace the park system components as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2024 Ford Expedition Center Console Recall (26V368)
  June 9, 2026 · 548,463 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The chrome plating on the center console may bubble and peel, resulting in sharp edges.

  Risk: Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Expedition Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (26V344) Repeat recall
  May 27, 2026 · 419,967 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

  Risk: Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2026 Ford Bronco Sport Lower Ball Joint Recall (26V340) Do not drive
  May 27, 2026 · 4,653 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.

  Risk: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed.

• 2025-2026 Ford Explorer Engine Recall (26V343) Repeat recall
  May 27, 2026 · 1,536 vehicles · Engine

  The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.

  Risk: A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Ranger Label Recall (26V335) Repeat recall
  May 26, 2026 · 268 vehicles · Other Equipment

  The vehicle specifications listed on the tire placard and safety certification labels may be incorrect, including the VIN, capacity weight, seating capacity, front and rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR), tire and rim dimensions, and recommended cold tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

  Risk: The incorrect tire size, tire pressures, and GAWR listed on the labels can allow the vehicle to be overloaded or have improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the certification and TREAD labels, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Escape Park Pawl Recall (26V301) Repeat recall
  May 12, 2026 · 208 vehicles · Transmission

  The integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

  Risk: A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The Secondary On Board Diagnostic Module C (SOBDMC) software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Roof Recall (26V299)
  May 12, 2026 · 16,200 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The 3-door and 5-door Molded-In-Color (MIC) hardtop roof panels may have been manufactured improperly, which can allow sections of the outer roof panel to separate and detach from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached section of roof can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the hard top as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2026 Ford Ranger Seat Fastener Recall (26V268) Repeat recall
  April 28, 2026 · 179,698 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.

  Risk: A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2025 Ford Bronco Transmission Recall (26V236) Repeat recall
  April 14, 2026 · 4,922 vehicles · Transmission

  The transmission to transfer case joint may be misaligned due to an incorrectly performed previous repair, which could lead to wear of the transmission output shaft splines and transfer case input splines.

  Risk: Excessive wear of the transmission and transfer case splines may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Ford Maverick Engine Block Heater Recall (26V239) Repeat recall
  April 14, 2026 · 55 vehicles · Engine

  5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.

  Risk: An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied.

• 2024-2026 Ford Ranger Sun Visor Recall (26V238)
  April 14, 2026 · 140,201 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires.

  Risk: Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software.

• 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator Windshield Wiper Recall (26V204) Repeat recall
  March 31, 2026 · 422,613 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.

  Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Explorer Engine Recall (26V205) Repeat recall
  March 31, 2026 · 278 vehicles · Engine

  The engine piston circlips may have been incorrectly installed during manufacturing, which can result in piston failure and engine damage, leading to a loss of drive power.

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

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine for missing or mis-installed circlips and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Ford Bronco Sport Passenger Air Bag Recall (26V201)
  March 31, 2026 · 3,170 vehicles · Air Bags

  The Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) unit may fail to correctly detect the presence of an adult or child in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

  Risk: Failure to correctly detect a passenger may result in the air bag not deploying as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant classification sensor, free of charge.

• 2026 Lincoln Aviator Fan and Motor Recall (26V202)
  March 31, 2026 · 55 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.

  Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator Electrical Adas Recall (26V165)
  March 18, 2026 · 254,640 vehicles · Electrical System

  The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.

  Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

Can a Ford recall make your car a lemon in California?

Owners of a Ford often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

131 of the 349 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 86 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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