2026 Ford Recall List Summary: Involving 9.8 Million Vehicles

Attention Ford and Lincoln owners. As of May 5, 2026, the Ford brand, known as the "Blue Oval," has issued 34 recalls this year, affecting 9,812,890 vehicles. While the number of recalls is staggering, Ford states this reflects its "accelerated strategy to quickly identify and fix issues," aiming to enhance safety.

The largest recall involves 4.4 million pickup trucks (including the popular F-Series), primarily due to a trailer software malfunction. The good news is that this issue can be fixed via over-the-air (OTA) updates without a dealership visit. Below is the complete recall list for the first five months of the year. Check to see if your vehicle is included:

Recall Date	Issue (Number Affected)	Affected Models
📅 2026/01/15	■ Engine heater short circuit fire risk (116,672 vehicles)	2013-19 Ford Escape / 2013-18 Focus / 2015-16 Lincoln MKC
📅 2026/01/15	■ Engine heater short circuit fire risk (2,633 vehicles)	2011-2026 Ford Engine Block Heaters
📅 2026/01/15	■ Engine heater short circuit fire risk (2,403 vehicles)	2016-18 Ford Focus / 2019, 24 Explorer
📅 2026/01/21	■ Improper windshield adhesion (8 vehicles)	2026 Ford Explorer
📅 2026/01/21	■ Brake lights fail to illuminate (231 vehicles)	2025 Ford F-53 / 2025 Ford F-59
📅 2026/02/03	■ Improper engine crossmember attachment (1,403 vehicles)	2023-24 Ford Transit
📅 2026/02/03	■ High-voltage battery fire risk (98 vehicles)	2026 Ford E-Transit
📅 2026/02/17	■ Loss of braking function (15,965 vehicles)	2025 Ford Transit
📅 2026/02/17	■ High-voltage battery short circuit (24,690 vehicles)	2023-25 Ford Escape PHEV / 2023-26 Lincoln Corsair PHEV
📅 2026/02/20	■ Rear suspension toe link fracture (412,774 vehicles)	2017-19 Ford Explorer
📅 2026/02/20	■ Trailer lighting and brake failure (4,381,878 vehicles)	2021-26 F-150 / Super Duty / Maverick / Ranger / Expedition / Lincoln Navigator
📅 2026/03/03	■ Wiper failure (604,533 vehicles)	2020-22 Ford Escape / Explorer / Lincoln Aviator / Corsair
📅 2026/03/03	■ Reverse alarm sound failure (316 vehicles)	2026-27 Ford E-Series
📅 2026/03/03	■ Driveshaft detachment risk (11,431 vehicles)	2025-26 Ford F-Series Super Duty
📅 2026/03/03	■ Unexpected driver seat movement (1,189 vehicles)	2026 Lincoln Navigator
📅 2026/03/03	■ Passenger side headlight failure (35,772 vehicles)	2025-26 Ford Explorer
📅 2026/03/03	■ EGR valve failure causing power loss (47,804 vehicles)	2025 Ford Bronco / Escape / Explorer / Maverick / Mustang / Ranger / Lincoln Nautilus
📅 2026/03/03	■ Rearview camera image display error (889,950 vehicles)	2020-22 Ford Escape / 2020-24 Explorer / Aviator / 2020-22 Corsair
📅 2026/03/03	■ Rearview camera display failure (849,310 vehicles)	2021-26 Ford Bronco / 2021-24 Edge
📅 2026/03/17	■ Brake lights unexpectedly illuminate (2,422 vehicles)	2025-26 Ford F53 / 2025-26 Ford F-59
📅 2026/03/17	■ Sunroof glass panel detachment risk (323 vehicles)	2025-26 Ford Maverick
📅 2026/03/17	■ Improper seat belt anchor attachment (561 vehicles)	2020-26 Ford Explorer / 2025-26 Lincoln Aviator
📅 2026/03/17	■ High-pressure fuel pump failure (7,105 vehicles)	2020-22 Ford Super Duty / 2022 Ford F-750
📅 2026/03/19	■ Camera and driver-assist feature loss (254,640 vehicles)	2025 Ford Explorer / 2022-25 Navigator / 24-25 Nautilus / 25 Aviator
📅 2026/03/31	■ Passenger airbag fails to deploy (3,170 vehicles)	2025-26 Ford Bronco Sport / Maverick
📅 2026/03/31	■ Improper piston circlip installation (278 vehicles)	2026 Ford Explorer / 2026 Ford Mustang
📅 2026/03/31	■ Defrost and defog system failure (55 vehicles)	2026 Ford Explorer / 2026 Lincoln Aviator
📅 2026/03/31	■ Wiper failure (422,613 vehicles)	2021-23 Expedition / Super Duty / Lincoln Navigator
📅 2026/04/14	■ Sun visor wiring fire risk (140,201 vehicles)	2024-26 Ford Ranger
📅 2026/04/14	■ Block heater overheating fire risk (55 vehicles)	2026 Ford Bronco Sport / 2025 Maverick
📅 2026/04/14	■ Unexpected downshift causing loss of control risk (1,392,935 vehicles)	2015-17 Ford F-150
📅 2026/04/14	■ Improper transmission alignment (4,922 vehicles)	2021-25 Ford Bronco
📅 2026/04/14	■ Missing front axle hub nuts (4,351 vehicles)	2025-26 Ford F53 / 2025-26 Ford F-59
📅 2026/04/28	■ Loose front seat bolts (179,698 vehicles)	2024-26 Ford Bronco / 2025-26 Ranger

💡 How to check?

 

Ford or Lincoln owners can visit the NHTSA website or Ford's official site and enter your VIN to check. If your vehicle is included in a recall, contact your local dealer promptly for a free inspection or repair. Some software issues can be resolved via OTA updates, so keep an eye on your vehicle's system notifications.