NHTSA Recall 26V024000: Windshield (visibility)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 2026 Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V024000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26C02 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD |
| Report received | January 21, 2026 |
| Owner notification | January 30, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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."
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V024000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2026 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.