Sun visor wiring may cause fire
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 ranger vehicles. The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires.
Safety Consequence
Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the a-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software. Damaged wiring harnesses will be replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 5/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2026 model year vehicles and phase 3 will include 2024 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 6/29/2026 for phase 2 and the week of 7/27/2026 for phase 3. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed may 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in august 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26s29. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on april 17, 2026.
Similar Recalls
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FAQ: Recall 26V238000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V238000?
NHTSA recall 26V238000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on April 14, 2026. It addresses: Sun visor wiring may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 140,201 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V238000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26S29. 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.