Ford · United States · High
Ford Bronco, Ranger +1 more: Engine and engine cooling — hard parts internal/mechanical
Affects Ford Bronco, Ranger, Explorer · 2025–2026 — about 2K vehicles.
The hazard
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S35. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational