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Ford Motor Company: 82 recalls listed since January 2026 across NHTSA; 2 rated high risk.

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All recalls (82)

Ford Anti-Lock Brake System Modules

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) modules may be programmed with incorrect software, preventing the ABS from functioning as intended.

NHTSA, , Brake defect

Ford Transit Connect Vehicles

The Ford Transit Connect's rearview camera may show a distorted or blank image, reducing the driver's view and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Backup camera defect

Ford F-150 Seats

The front seats may be improperly secured, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

NHTSA, , Seat defect

Ford F-150, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, F-600, and F-750 SD

The analog cluster's tachometer and speedometer may become stuck or move erratically, providing inaccurate readings.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Service Parts 10.1 Inch Center Stack

The 10.1-inch center stack screens may lose power and fail to display the rearview camera image, reducing the driver's view and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Backup camera defect

Ford Ranger

The 2026 Ford Ranger's rearview camera image may not display, reducing the driver's view and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Backup camera defect

Ford Expedition (2025-2027), Ford F-250 SD (2026), Ford F-350 SD (2026), and 2 more

The headlights may fail, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Exterior lighting defect

Ford F-150 (2026)

The F-150 has incorrect rear axle tail bearings that can cause rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford Transit (2026-2027) — Seat Belts

The Ford Transit's wireless seat belt reminder system may malfunction, failing to alert occupants to an unfastened seat belt, increasing injury risk.

NHTSA, , Seat belt defect

Ford F-150 Vehicles

The fuel tank may leak or detach, causing a road hazard or fire risk.

NHTSA, , Fuel system defect

Ford 2026 F-150 Vehicles

The 2026 F-150 has loose rear suspension stabilizer rod fasteners that can cause loss of control and crash risk.

NHTSA, , Suspension defect

Ford Battery Energy Control Module

The Ford battery energy control module may display an incorrect state of charge or cause a high voltage battery fire.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Mustang Mach E

The Mustang Mach E may display an incorrect state of charge, leading to loss of drive power or a battery fire.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Bronco (2026) — Air Bags

The Ford Bronco's side curtain air bag bracket may tear the air bag during deployment, increasing injury risk.

NHTSA, , Air bag defect

Ford 2026 Explorer Vehicles

The passenger air bag may not deploy properly, increasing injury risk in a crash.

NHTSA, , Air bag defect

Ford 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport Vehicles

The 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles have improperly tightened joints that can lead to loss of control or fire.

NHTSA, , Vehicle structure defect

Ford 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger Vehicles

Improperly manufactured pistons may fail, causing a loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Engine defect

Ford Mustang

The engine compartment wiring harness ground connections may fracture, causing loss of drive power or reduced visibility.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Explorer (2026)

The 2026 Ford Explorer's engine connecting rod bearings may seize, causing engine failure and loss of drive power.

NHTSA, , Engine defect

Ford 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD Vehicles

Ford F-150 and F-250 SD vehicles have a software error that can obstruct the rearview camera image, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Backup camera defect

Ford Mustang Mach E

The rear side quarter window glass trim may detach, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Vehicle structure defect

Ford 2025-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator Vehicles

The driver's seat may recline unexpectedly, which can trap a second-row occupant and increase injury risk.

NHTSA, , Seat defect

Ford Bronco (2021-2026)

The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Explorer

Roof rail covers on certain Ford Explorer vehicles may detach, creating a road hazard and crash risk.

NHTSA, , Vehicle structure defect

Ford Aviator and Explorer Vehicles

Aviator and Explorer vehicles have a second-row seat switch that may bind, causing seats to unlatch, tip, or slide unexpectedly.

NHTSA, , Seat defect

Ford Integrated Trailer Module Kit

Ford ITRM accessory kits can lose communication, causing loss of trailer brakes and lights, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Explorer Hybrid (2025-2027) and Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid (2024-2027)

A software error may prevent the pedestrian warning sound, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA, , Backup camera defect

Ford Mustang (2024-2026) — Visibility

Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA, , Driver visibility defect

Ford Mustang Mach E

The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture, causing loss of drive power or unintended movement, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford Bronco

Fender flares on certain Ford Broncos may detach, becoming a road hazard and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Vehicle structure defect

Ford Expedition (2018-2021), Ford Explorer (2020-2021), Ford F-150 (2021), and 2 more

The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, causing park system damage and a rollaway risk.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford Expedition

The center console on certain Ford Expedition vehicles may peel, creating sharp edges that can cause injury.

NHTSA, , Vehicle structure defect

2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator Vehicles

The instrument cluster may go blank at start-up, failing to show critical safety information and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Explorer (2024)

The 2024 Ford Explorer may have a damaged park system that can cause a rollaway and increase crash risk.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford Focus

The Ford Focus can stall unexpectedly while driving due to a canister purge valve malfunction, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Fuel system defect

Ford F-150 (2017)

The 2017 Ford F-150 has an instrument cluster that may lose power, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Focus and Fusion Cars

The Ford Fusion's clutch may fracture, causing transmission damage and a fluid leak that can increase fire risk.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford F-150 (2018)

The 2018 F-150 may shift into an unintended gear, causing unexpected movement and crash risk.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford Escape (2017)

The power-operated windows may exert excessive force before reversing, and a closing window can pinch a driver or passenger, increasing injury risk.

NHTSA, , Driver visibility defect

Ford F-150 (2018-2020) — Exterior Lighting

Ford F-150 vehicles have daytime running lamps that may not dim, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Exterior lighting defect

Ford F-150 (2014)

The Ford F-150 can unexpectedly downshift into first gear, causing loss of control and crash risk.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Lincoln Nautilus

The Lincoln Nautilus may fail to alert the driver when hands are off the wheel, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Driver assistance defect

Ford Bronco Sport (2021-2026) and Ford Maverick (2022-2026)

The front lower control arm ball joints may detach, causing loss of vehicle control and crash risk.

High risk, NHTSA, , Do not drive

Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator (2018-2022)

The seat belt may lock and fail to retract or extend, increasing injury risk in a crash.

NHTSA, , Seat belt defect

Ford Bronco, Ford Explorer, and Ford Ranger (2025-2026)

The engine may fail, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Engine defect

Ford Bronco and Ford Ranger (2026)

The vehicle specifications on the tire placard and safety certification labels may be incorrect.

NHTSA, , Vehicle equipment defect

Ford 2026 Escape and Lincoln Corsair Vehicles

The 2026 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles may fail to lock into park, allowing rollaway and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford Bronco

The Ford Bronco's hard top may crack and detach, creating a road hazard.

NHTSA, , Vehicle structure defect

Ford Ranger and Bronco Front Seats

Ford Ranger and Bronco vehicles may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

NHTSA, , Seat defect

Ford Bronco Sport (2026) and Ford Maverick (2025)

The engine block heater in certain Ford vehicles may overheat and cause a fire.

NHTSA, , Vehicle equipment defect

Ford F-59 and F-53 Vehicles

The front axle hub assembly may be missing the spindle nut and cotter pin, which can lead to brake damage or wheel detachment and increase crash risk.

NHTSA, , Wheel defect

Ford F-150 (2015-2017)

The F-150 can unexpectedly downshift into second gear, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford Bronco

The transmission to transfer case joint may be misaligned, which could lead to wear and loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger has sun visor wiring that may be damaged, causing a fire and increasing injury or crash risk.

NHTSA, , Vehicle structure defect

Ford 2026 Explorer and Mustang Vehicles

The 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles have incorrectly installed piston circlips that can cause engine damage and loss of drive power.

NHTSA, , Engine defect

Ford Bronco Sport and Maverick (2025-2026)

Front passenger air bags may not deploy in certain Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles, increasing injury risk in a crash.

NHTSA, , Air bag defect

Ford Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and F-Series Super Duty Vehicles

Windshield wiper arms may break, causing wipers to fail and reducing visibility, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Driver visibility defect

Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator Vehicles

The HVAC system may fail, causing the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative, which can decrease visibility and increase crash risk.

NHTSA, , Driver visibility defect

Lincoln Navigator (2022-2025), Lincoln Nautilus (2024-2025), Lincoln Aviator (2025), and Explorer (2025)

Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA, , Backup camera defect

Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator (2020-2026)

Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles have improperly secured seat belt anchor bolts, which can increase injury risk in a crash.

NHTSA, , Seat belt defect

Ford Maverick

The moonroof glass on certain Ford Maverick vehicles may detach, becoming a road hazard and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Driver visibility defect

Ford: F-Super Duty F250 (2020-2022), F350 (2020-2022), F450 (2020-2022), and 3 more

High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA, , Fuel system defect

Ford F-59 and F-53 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles

The exterior brake lights may remain illuminated when the driver is not applying the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA, , Exterior lighting defect

Ford: Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, and 6 more (2025)

The exhaust gas recirculation valve may fail, causing unexpected loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Engine defect

Ford Bronco (2021-2026) and Ford Edge (2021-2024)

The rearview camera image may not display in certain Ford Bronco and Edge vehicles, reducing the driver's view and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Backup camera defect

Ford 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer Vehicles

The rearview camera image may flip or invert, reducing the driver's view and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Backup camera defect

Ford Explorer (2025-2026)

The Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) system software may cause the passenger-side headlight to turn in the wrong direction when driving through curves in the road.

NHTSA, , Exterior lighting defect

Ford: Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair (2020-2022)

Windshield wiper motors may fail, preventing wipers from operating properly and reducing visibility, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Driver visibility defect

Ford F-250 SD and F-350 SD Vehicles

The driveshaft may fail and separate, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Transmission or drivetrain defect

Ford E-350 and E-450 Vehicles

The backup alarm connector may detach, preventing the alarm from sounding when the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of crash or injury.

NHTSA, , Backup camera defect

2026 Lincoln Navigator

The driver's seat in the 2026 Lincoln Navigator may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA, , Seat defect

Ford: F-150 (2021-2026), F-250 SD (2022-2026), F-350 SD (2022-2026), and 8 more

Trailer lighting and brakes may fail on certain Ford and Lincoln vehicles, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Explorer (2017-2019) — Suspension

The rear suspension toe links may fracture, causing loss of steering control and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Suspension defect

Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles

Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrids have a battery defect that can cause failure, loss of drive power, and fire risk.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Transit (2025)

The Ford Transit's brake pedal may disconnect, causing a loss of brake function and increasing crash risk.

High risk, NHTSA, , Do not drive

Ford 2026 E-Transit Vehicles

The 2026 E-Transit has bolts missing washers in its high-voltage battery, which can cause arcing and fire.

NHTSA, , Electrical system defect

Ford Transit

Ford Transit vehicles have an engine crossmember that may be improperly secured.

NHTSA, , Vehicle structure defect

Ford F-59 and F-53 Vehicles

The 2025 F-59 and F-53 vehicles have brake lights that may fail to illuminate, increasing crash risk.

NHTSA, , Exterior lighting defect

Ford Explorer (2026)

The Ford Explorer's windshield may not be properly bonded and can detach in a crash, increasing injury risk.

NHTSA, , Driver visibility defect

Ford Focus and Explorer Vehicles

The engine block heater may crack and leak coolant, causing a short circuit that can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA, , Vehicle equipment defect

Ford: Focus (2013-2018), Escape (2013-2019), and Lincoln MKC (2015-2016)

The engine block heater may crack, leak coolant, and short circuit, increasing fire risk.

NHTSA, , Vehicle equipment defect

Ford Engine Block Heater

The engine block heater may crack, leak coolant, and short circuit, increasing fire risk.

NHTSA, , Vehicle equipment defect
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