Ford Ranger, Mustang +5 more: Engine and engine cooling — gas recirculation valve (egr valve)

Affects Ford Ranger, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Bronco Sport, Bronco · 2025 — about 48K vehicles.

The hazard

An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational