Ford Explorer Recall 26V548: Engine Piston Defect Can Cause Sudden Loss of Power

What this recall means for you

Certain 2026 Ford Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles may have engine pistons with incorrectly manufactured piston domes. Over time, this can cause the piston dome to fail, which may lead to an unexpected loss of drive power.

A sudden loss of drive power raises the risk of a crash. Owners should be alert to any unusual engine behavior and should not ignore warning signs. Ford will notify owners by letter; interim letters were mailed September 3, 2026, and additional letters will follow once the remedy is available, which is anticipated in December 2026.

When the remedy is available, dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block if necessary, at no cost to you. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls on NHTSA.gov or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall 26S61).