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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 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