Seats: critical fastenersRecall 26V-268 · Ford vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 26V-268 covers 179,698 Ford vehicles for a seats: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on April 28, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 53% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V268000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
53%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2,685 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 1, 2024 to October 1, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.