Official recall notice
Loose Bolt in Front Seat Frame
- Recall date
- 2026-04-28
- Brand
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 179,698
- Vehicle
- Ford Motor Company
Why it was recalled
Hazard
A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended action
What to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed May 11, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 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.
Product description
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.