Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles
— Recall Campaign #26V205000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles. 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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 278 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
26V205000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 31, 2026 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 26V205000 |
| Units affected: | 278 |
- Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles. 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.
- Consequeces:
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect the engine for missing or mis-installed circlips and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S23. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.