2025 to 2026 Ford Explorer Engine Failure Recall
2025 FORD EXPLORER: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Updated May 27, 2026
Certain 2025 to 2026 Ford Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles may experience sudden engine failure, causing loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Ford is replacing the engine long block free of charge.
Is the Ford Motor Company recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on May 27, 2026. Details below.
What is recalled
2025 and 2026 Ford Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. Check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) against the NHTSA.gov recall list to confirm if your vehicle is affected.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2025 or 2026 Ford Explorer, Ranger, or Bronco. Look up your VIN on NHTSA.gov to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V343000.
What to do right now
Stop driving the vehicle if you notice power loss. Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (recall number 26S35) to schedule a free engine long block replacement. An interim notification letter was mailed June 5, 2026; a final service letter will be sent once parts are available in November 2026.
Contact: Ford Motor Company
The hazard
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-26V343000
- Recalled
- May 27, 2026
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