Ford: Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly (air Bags)
Ford is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles because the passenger air bag's active vent may not open properly, which could prevent the air bag from deploying correctly in a crash. This defect increases the risk of injury to passengers. Ford will replace the passenger air bag module at no cost to owners.
- Recalling firm
- Ford Motor Company
- Product
- Component: AIR BAGS. 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.
- Reason
- 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.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-09-09
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/d94d793f-6576-4e6c-8fc5-074c711d9144