NHTSANHTSA recall 26V532000 · Aug 13, 2026

Ford Motor Company: Engine Rod Bearing Failure

Recall found

Product

2026 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine

Hazard

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.

What to do

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 NHTSA.gov on August 18, 2026.

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Recall details

Summary: 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.
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Recall type: Vehicle
Potentially affected: 6
Manufacturer campaign number: 26S58

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.

Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Nov 3, 2026, 2:31 AM EST. The agency notice is the final word.