Ford Explorer recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 21, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2026 Ford Explorer

Recall number

26V024000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 8 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

What to do

Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C02. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 22, 2026.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.