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2026 Ford Ranger recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2026 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 8
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 7
Latest campaign: Sep 22, 2026

Recall summary by component8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Engine and engine cooling	2	Aug 25, 2026	26V548000 26V343000
Back over prevention	1	Sep 22, 2026	26V605000
Equipment	1	May 26, 2026	26V335000
Seats	1	Apr 28, 2026	26V268000
Structure	1	Apr 14, 2026	26V238000
Electrical system	1	Feb 20, 2026	26V104000
Air bags	1	Aug 22, 2025	25V541000

Safety recalls8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Sep 22, 2026Latest campaign


Sep 22, 202626V605000	Back over prevention: display function A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V605000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Ranger vehicles equipped with a 10.1-inch center stack screen. The screen may lose power and fail to display the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed October 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C42. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 25, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V605000 · Sep 22, 2026
Aug 25, 202626V548000	Engine and engine cooling: engine hard parts internal/mechanical An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V548000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power. Risk An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V548000 · Aug 25, 2026
May 27, 202626V343000	Engine and engine cooling: engine hard parts internal/mechanical A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V343000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power. Risk A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy 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. Campaign NHTSA 26V343000 · May 27, 2026
May 26, 202626V335000	Equipment: other labels The incorrect tire size, tire pressures, and GAWR listed on the labels can allow the vehicle to be overloaded or have improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a… DetailsHide details for campaign 26V335000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The vehicle specifications listed on the tire placard and safety certification labels may be incorrect, including the VIN, capacity weight, seating capacity, front and rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR), tire and rim dimensions, and recommended cold tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification." Risk The incorrect tire size, tire pressures, and GAWR listed on the labels can allow the vehicle to be overloaded or have improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the certification and TREAD labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C24. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V335000 · May 26, 2026
Apr 28, 202626V268000	Seats: critical fasteners A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V268000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt. Risk A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V268000 · Apr 28, 2026
Apr 14, 202626V238000	Structure: interior panels sun visor Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V238000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires. Risk Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software. Damaged wiring harnesses will be replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 5/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2026 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 6/29/2026 for Phase 2 and the week of 7/27/2026 for Phase 3. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S29. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V238000 · Apr 14, 2026

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component7

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

7Complaints filed

0Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

1Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Injuries
Unknown or other	2	29	0
Power train	2	29	0
Seats	2	29	1
Electrical system	1	14	0
Exterior lighting	1	14	0
Wheels	1	14	0
Engine	1	14	0

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Unknown or other
“truck goes in and out of 4wd high while driving, even though the selector dial is in 2wd.”
Filed 10/02/2026 · ODI 11768464
Electrical system
“When setting up my vehicle for neutral towing behind my motorhome and having parts installed for the proper operation of my turn signal and brake lights when vehicle is flat towed it was found that for it to happen were…”
Filed 09/13/2026 · ODI 11763888
Power train
“8/4/2026 @ approximately 0630 When making a right hand turn vehicle (transmission) stalled for approximately 3-4 seconds before restarting. Reported to Corwin Ford Service Dept.”
Filed 08/27/2026 · ODI 11760002

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2026 Ford Ranger recall questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Ford Ranger have?

NHTSA lists 8 safety recall campaigns for the 2026 Ford Ranger. The most recent, 26V605000 (reported September 22, 2026), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2026 Ford Ranger recalls for?

The largest group is engine and engine cooling, with 2 campaigns. Others: back over prevention (1), equipment (1), seats (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2026 Ford Ranger?

Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 7 filed with NHTSA (29%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2026 Ford Ranger?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.

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