Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly
Ford Motor Company
Which vehicles may be affected?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles. The active vent on the passenger side may not open as intended, preventing the air bag from deploying properly.
Potentially affected: 7
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What NHTSA says
Component
AIR BAGS
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S65. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 14, 2026.
Is a fix available?
Call your dealership to schedule the repair. They can confirm whether the parts are in and order them if not.
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Source
NHTSA campaign number: 26V581000
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V581000
Report date: September 9, 2026
Last updated: November 2, 2026
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