NHTSA recall 26V101000
Suspension · Ford Motor Company
February 20, 2026report date
412,774units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The rear suspension toe links may fracture.
Why it matters: A rear toe link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the toe links, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 16, 2026.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2017 Ford Explorer, 2018 Ford Explorer, 2019 Ford Explorer.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 26V101000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.