NHTSA recall 26V581000
Air Bags · Ford Motor Company
September 9, 2026report date
7units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The active vent on the passenger side may not open as intended, preventing the air bag from deploying properly.
Why it matters: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2026.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2026 Ford Explorer.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 26V581000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.