NHTSA Recall 26V581000: Air bags: frontal
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7 vehicles. It affects 2026 Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V581000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S65 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | September 9, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 16, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles. The active vent on the passenger side may not open as intended, preventing the air bag from deploying properly.
Safety risk
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S65. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 14, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V581000
| 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.