NHTSA Recall 26V268000
Filed by Ford Motor Company. Component: Seats. Reported 2026-04-28. An estimated 179,698 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Risk
A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
Manufacturer campaign number: 26S30