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2026 Ford Explorer recall: hard parts internal/mechanical

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on August 13, 2026. It covers about 6 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6
reported
Aug 13, 2026
owners notified
Aug 25, 2026
related complaints
6

Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical

What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L 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.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine long blocks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S58. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on August 18, 2026.

Recall number 26V532000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 6 complaints about engine problems.

Questions about recall 26V532000

Is there a recall on the 2026 Ford Explorer hard parts internal/mechanical?

Yes. Recall 26V532000, reported on August 13, 2026, covers about 6 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V532000?

Dealers will replace the engine long blocks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S58. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on August 18, 2026.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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