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2024–2026 Ford Ranger recall — NHTSA 26V238000

Ford Motor Company · 26V238000 · NHTSA source

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Identity

NHTSA Campaign Number
26V238000
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Model year(s)
2024–2026
Affected component
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR
Report received

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires.

Source: NHTSA campaign 26V238000

Consequence

Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software. Damaged wiring harnesses will be replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 5/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2026 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 6/29/2026 for Phase 2 and the week of 7/27/2026 for Phase 3. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S29. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.

Provenance

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · campaign 26V238000 · verify on nhtsa.gov. Dataset: NHTSA Vehicle Recalls register.

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