Loss of drive power from egr valve failure
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2025 ranger, lincoln nautilus, mustang, maverick, explorer, escape, lincoln corsair, bronco sport, and bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (egr) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Safety Consequence
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed march 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in september 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26s10. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on march 4, 2026.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Engine And Engine Cooling.
FAQ: Recall 26V122000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V122000?
NHTSA recall 26V122000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 3, 2026. It addresses: Loss of drive power from egr valve failure. The recall affects approximately 47,804 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V122000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26S10. 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.