Loose bolt in front seat frame
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 ranger and bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Safety Consequence
A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed may 11, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in july 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26s30. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning april 30, 2026.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Seats.
FAQ: Recall 26V268000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V268000?
NHTSA recall 26V268000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on April 28, 2026. It addresses: Loose bolt in front seat frame. The recall affects approximately 179,698 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V268000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26S30. 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.