CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 E-Transit vehicles. Bolts inside the high-voltage battery pack may be missing washers, which can cause high electrical resistance or electrical arcing.
- Risk
- Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of drive power may occur, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the busbar fasteners and replace the busbar if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S05. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 4, 2026.
What this recall means for you
Some high-voltage battery packs may have bolts that are missing washers. This can cause high electrical resistance or electrical arcing inside the battery, which increases the risk of a fire. It can also cause a loss of drive power, which can raise the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the busbar fasteners free of charge and repair them, replacing the busbar if necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 13, 2026. If you have questions, contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 26S05, and you can check your VIN for open recalls on NHTSA.gov.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford E-Transit | 2026 |
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