The Lemon IndexFord recalls.
Every NHTSA recall on the Ford models we track, by model and year. Check yours by VIN.
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Recalls by model. Campaigns per model, all years.
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The biggest Ford recalls. By vehicles in the campaign, since 2010.
- Electrical · recall issued Feb 2026 · Expedition, F-Series, Maverick, Ranger · model years 2021–2025 New: most likely still open
When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function.
4,381,878 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V104000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Jun 2022 · C-Max, Edge, Escape, Fusion, Transit Connect · model years 2013–2020
The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
2,925,968 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V413000
- Airbags · recall issued Mar 2021 · Edge, Fusion, Ranger · model years 2006–2012
The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
2,602,668 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V158000
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Jun 2020 · C-Max, Escape, Fiesta, Focus, Fusion, Mustang, Transit Connect · model years 2011–2016
These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210, however the repair may not have been completed properly.
2,147,323 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V331000
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Sep 2016 · C-Max, Escape, Focus, Mustang, Transit Connect · model years 2012–2016
A component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
2,046,297 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V643000
- Airbags · recall issued May 2016 · Edge, Fusion, Mustang, Ranger · model years 2005–2011 Park it: don't drive
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
1,892,343 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V384000
The newest Ford recalls.
- Electrical · recall issued Nov 2026 · Maverick · model year 2022 Hybrid only New: most likely still open
The 12V positive battery cable terminal may become loose or detach, which can cause a loss of electrical systems (including power steering assist, power brake assist, and exterior lighting) or a loss of drive power.
8,650 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V724000
- Seats · recall issued Oct 2026 · F-Series · model year 2025 New: most likely still open
The front seats may have been improperly secured to the vehicle.
2,276 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V655000
- Back over prevention · recall issued Oct 2026 · Transit Connect · model year 2015 New: most likely still open
The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
506 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V650000
- Lights · recall issued Sep 2026 · Expedition · model year 2025 New: most likely still open
The headlight assemblies may contain a contaminated LED chip, which can result in a loss of daytime running lights, parking lights, high beams or low beams.
28,625 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V606000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Sep 2026 · F-Series · model years 2023–2025 New: most likely still open
The fuel tank may be improperly secured and leak fuel, or detach from the vehicle while driving.
223,472 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V578000
- Electrical · recall issued Aug 2026 · Mustang · model years 2024–2025 New: most likely still open
The engine compartment wiring harness ground connections may fracture and result in a loss of drive power, or a loss of function in the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning, or engine cooling fan.
148,663 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V547000
Park-it warnings 20
NHTSA flagged these: don't drive the car, or park it outside, until the fix is done.
- Suspension · recall issued May 2026 · Bronco Sport, Maverick · model years 2021–2025 Park it: don't drive New: most likely still open
The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.
4,653 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V340000
- Engine · recall issued Sep 2025 · Expedition · model year 2020 Park outside
A short circuit within the battery junction box can cause an engine fire while driving or parked.
4,632 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V628000
- Suspension · recall issued May 2025 · Bronco · model years 2024–2025 Park it: don't drive
The front lower control arm fasteners may not have been tightened properly, allowing the control arm to detach from the frame.
3 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V308000
- Suspension · recall issued Apr 2025 · Bronco · model year 2025 Park it: don't drive
The front upper control arm ball joint nut may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
2 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V260000
- Brakes · recall issued Nov 2023 · Mustang · model year 2024 Park it: don't drive
The brake pedal assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loose brake pedal.
66 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V800000
- Wheels · recall issued Apr 2023 · Bronco, Ranger · model year 2023 Park it: don't drive
The lug nuts on the driver's side wheels may have been improperly tightened.
1,434 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V283000
- Engine · recall issued May 2022 · Expedition · model year 2021 Park outside
An engine compartment fire may occur while driving or parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position.
66,221 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V346000
- Steering · recall issued May 2021 · F-Series · model year 2021 Park it: don't drive
The steering gear may have internal damage, which could result in difficulty steering, or the inability to rotate the steering wheel while driving.
223 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V407000
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- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2019 · Edge, Fusion, Mustang, Ranger · model years 2010–2014 Park it: don't drive
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
782,384 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V001000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2018 · Edge, Fusion, Mustang, Ranger · model years 2009–2010, 2013 Park it: don't drive
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
327,796 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V046000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2018 · Ranger · model year 2006 Park it: don't drive
Ford is requesting owners NOT TO DRIVE these vehicles until they have been repaired.
33,310 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V022000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2018 · Ranger · model year 2006 Park it: don't drive
Ford is requesting owners NOT TO DRIVE these vehicles until they have been repaired.
33,310 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V023000
- Airbags · recall issued Dec 2017 · Ranger · model years 2005–2006 Park it: don't drive
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is superseding a previous recall for certain 2004-2006 Ford Ranger trucks to implement a final repair.
328,213 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V787000
- Airbags · recall issued Dec 2017 · Ranger · model years 2005–2006 Park it: don't drive
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is superseding a previous recall for certain 2004-2006 Ford Ranger trucks to implement a final repair.
328,213 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V788000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2017 · Edge, Fusion, Mustang, Ranger · model years 2005–2009, 2012 Park it: don't drive
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
654,695 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V024000
- Airbags · recall issued May 2016 · Edge, Fusion, Mustang, Ranger · model years 2005–2011 Park it: don't drive
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
1,892,343 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V384000
- Airbags · recall issued May 2015 · Mustang · model years 2005–2014 Park it: don't drive
The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
1,018,622 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V319000
- Steering · recall issued Aug 2014 · C-Max, Focus · model year 2014 Park it: don't drive
The affected vehicles may have steering gears that were incorrectly assembled.
508 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V514000
- Steering · recall issued Jun 2014 · F-Series · model year 2014 Park it: don't drive
The affected vehicles may have an incorrectly installed EPAS gear motor position sensor magnet that can lead to a total loss of steering control while driving.
4,647 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V316000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Jul 2012 · Escape · model year 2013 1.6L engines only Park it: don't drive
These vehicles have an engine compartment fuel line which may split, resulting in a leak.
9,320 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 12V336000
Is one open on your Ford?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
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Questions
How many recalls does Ford have?
851 NHTSA recall campaigns on the 26 Ford models we track, model years 2000–2025. A campaign that covers several models or years counts once.
Which Ford has the most recalls?
The Ford F-Series, with 157 campaigns. Then the Explorer (120), the E-Series (116), the Escape (101). Models with more model years on sale have had more time to collect recalls.
What is the biggest Ford recall?
NHTSA 26V104000 (electrical, Feb 2026): 4,381,878 vehicles in the whole campaign, on the Expedition, F-Series, Maverick, Ranger among the models we track. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function.
What is the newest Ford recall?
Filed Nov 2026 for the Maverick (NHTSA 26V724000): The 12V positive battery cable terminal may become loose or detach, which can cause a loss of electrical systems (including power steering assist, power brake assist, and exterior lighting) or a loss of drive power.
How do I check a Ford for recalls by VIN?
Type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Ford dealer: that shows whether a recall is still open on that car. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Is Ford reliable? · Recall check for every make
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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