2025-2026 Ford Explorer Headlight Recall
2025 FORD EXPLORER: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Updated March 3, 2026
The Dynamic Bending Light system in certain 2025-2026 Ford Explorer vehicles may cause the passenger-side headlight to turn in the wrong direction during curves, creating glare that increases crash risk. Ford will update the headlight control module software for free.
Is the Ford Motor Company recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on March 3, 2026. Details below.
What is recalled
2025-2026 Ford Explorer vehicles with the Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) system.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2025 or 2026 Ford Explorer. Check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on NHTSA.gov (searchable since March 5, 2026) or contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 with your VIN to confirm. Recall number is 26C12.
What to do right now
Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free software update for your headlight control module. The update can be done at a dealer or through an over-the-air update. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2026.
Contact: Ford Motor Company
The hazard
A headlight that turns incorrectly can result in increased glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-26V121000
- Recalled
- March 3, 2026
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