2026 Ford Mustang Explorer Engine Recall
2026 FORD MUSTANG: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Updated March 31, 2026
Ford is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles because engine piston circlips may have been incorrectly installed during manufacturing, which can cause piston failure and loss of drive power. An unexpected loss of power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Is the Ford Motor Company recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on March 31, 2026. Details below.
What is recalled
2026 Ford Explorer and Mustang vehicles with incorrectly installed engine piston circlips.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2026 Ford Explorer or Mustang. Check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) using the searchable database on NHTSA.gov to confirm your vehicle is included in this recall (NHTSA ID 26V205000).
What to do right now
Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or take your vehicle to a Ford dealer. Dealers will inspect the engine for missing or incorrectly installed circlips and replace the engine for free if necessary. Reference Ford recall number 26S23.
Contact: Ford Motor Company
The hazard
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-26V205000
- Recalled
- March 31, 2026
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