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Ford Motor Company: Engine Rod Bearing Failure (26V532000)
Ford Motor Company: Engine Rod Bearing Failure (26V532000). Its units affected of 6 is below the median of 533 (6th percentile). Dated 83 days ago, it serves as a historical benchmark. Score 20/100. As of 2026-11-03, from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov.
Data as of · Compiled by Zalwin from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
units affected: 6 · 6th percentile of 871 NhtsaRecallPulse records · 0.0x the median
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Subject | Engine Rod Bearing Failure |
| NHTSA ID | 26V532000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S58 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Units potentially affected | 6 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine. The engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure. |
| Consequence | Engine failure can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing oil to leak, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Dealers will replace the engine long blocks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S58. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 18, 2026. |
| units affected percentile | 6th of 871 (median 533, 0.0x median) |
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- Source agency: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
- Record date: 2026-08-13
- Data refreshed: 2026-11-03
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LIVE PUBLIC DATA Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov · Last refreshed: Tue, 03 Nov 2026 18:08:10 GMT
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Peer benchmark and outreach value: Ford Motor Company and 782 Vehicle peers
- Vehicle NhtsaRecallPulse records like this one: 782
- Ford Motor Company's units affected: 6th percentile of 871 records
- Timing: Low: older than 30 days
- Estimated pipeline if you contact every Vehicle peer: $156,400 (peers × rate × deal size; an estimate from your assumptions, not a forecast)
20 / 100 Recall Urgency Score
- 6 units affected.
What is the NhtsaRecallPulse record for Ford Motor Company?
Ford Motor Company recall 26V532000: Engine Rod Bearing Failure, 6 units.
How does Ford Motor Company compare to other NhtsaRecallPulse records?
Its units affected of 6 is below the median (6th percentile); smaller records often move faster and face less competition. It is 83 days old; check the official source for later updates before acting. Its Recall Urgency Score of 20/100 is modest; treat it as background rather than a priority.
Ford Motor Company vs. top 3 peers
| Organization | Location | Amount | Percentile | Record date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Motor Company | Vehicle | 6 | 6th | 2026-08-13 |
| Autocar, LLC | Vehicle | 1,339 | 59th | 2026-10-21 |
| Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA | Vehicle | 2,715 | 65th | 2025-11-13 |
| Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. | Vehicle | 19,823 | 81st | 2025-11-18 |
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