Inoperative defrosting and defogging system
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2026 econoline vehicles. The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (hvac) system blower motor may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.
Safety Consequence
An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the hvac blower motor assembly, free of 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 25sb4. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning october 28, 2025.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Visibility.
FAQ: Recall 25V726000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V726000?
NHTSA recall 25V726000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on October 24, 2025. It addresses: Inoperative defrosting and defogging system. The recall affects approximately 6,909 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V726000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25SB4. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.