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Matching campaigns by monthOct 2024 to Sep 2026

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Peak month53October 2025

26V-559

Sep 1, 2026

Stellantis

Due to a software error, the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to detect low tire pressure and/or fail to illuminate the tire pressure…

Tires

201,975

Software update

26V-558

Aug 31, 2026

Tesla

One or more front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly tightened, allowing the lateral link to loosen or separate from the…

Suspension

Part replacement

26V-550

Aug 25, 2026

Ford

Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened

Structure

Part replacement

26V-549

Aug 25, 2026

Mitsubishi

Due to improper software programming, the Alliance In-Vehicle Infotainment (A-IVI) system may fail to display the rearview camera image when the…

Back-over prevention

67,146

Software update

26V-548

Aug 25, 2026

Ford

Engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power

Engine and cooling

10,001

Part replacement

26V-547

Aug 25, 2026

Ford

Engine compartment wiring harness ground connections may fracture and result in a loss of drive power, or a loss of function in the windshield…

Electrical system

148,663

Part replacement

26V-545

Aug 21, 2026

Kia

Due to improper routing, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may not deactivate the air bag when a child or child seat is in the front passenger seat

Airbags

21,290

Part replacement

26V-540

Aug 20, 2026

Lucid

Exterior lighting circuit may have insufficient overcurrent protection, allowing the circuit to overheat

Electrical system

27,185

Software update

26V-539

Aug 20, 2026

General Motors

Rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image

Back-over prevention

306,511

Part replacement

26V-532

Aug 13, 2026

Ford

Engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure

Engine and cooling

Part replacement

Campaign 26V-532

Engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure

Manufacturer: Ford
Filed: August 13, 2026
Component: Engine and cooling
Vehicles affected: 6
Remedy: Part replacement
Recall type: Vehicle

Defect 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.

Consequence

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 NHTSA.gov on August 18, 2026.

Affected models

Ford Explorer 2026

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