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Safety Recall NHTSA · 26V417000 Reported June 30, 2026

Rear differential pinion shaft may fracture

Ford Motor Company · Power Train · 42,784 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
26V417000
Manufacturer Campaign
26S50
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
42,784
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 30, 2026

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 mustang mach e vehicles. The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.

Safety Consequence

Differential pinion shaft fracture may result in a loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will repair or replace the rear differential assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed july 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in late december 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26s50.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 26V417000 or campaign 26S50.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 26V417000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 26V417000?

NHTSA recall 26V417000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on June 30, 2026. It addresses: Rear differential pinion shaft may fracture. The recall affects approximately 42,784 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V417000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26S50. 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: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.