Ford Recalls (2010-2026)
Ford has 744 recall campaigns on record across 30 models and the 2010 to 2026 model years. Most involve the power train, electrical system, and back over prevention.
Ford scores 47 out of 100 (grade C) for recall severity, which ranks it 26 of 52 makes and about average across brands. The score is the recall-weighted average of its models, so the brands with the most do-not-drive and critical-safety recalls sit at the bottom. How the score works.
In total, NHTSA lists 744 Ford recall campaigns across 30 models for the 2010-2026 model years. The single largest affected 4,381,878 vehicles. The system recalled most often is the power train.
A high recall count usually tracks how many cars a brand sells and how long its models have been on the road, not how dangerous they are. The safety score below adjusts for that by weighing how serious and recent each recall is. The table further down breaks every Ford model out so you can see which ones drive the count.
Ford recalls by year
Ford recalls by affected system
How Ford compares
Makes ranked by recall-severity score (higher is better). Ford is highlighted.
| Rank | Make | Score | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| #23 | Jeep | C 50 | 220 |
| #24 | Volkswagen | C 49 | 189 |
| #25 | Lexus | C 49 | 77 |
| #26 | Ford | C 47 | 744 |
| #27 | Dodge | C 46 | 148 |
| #28 | Pontiac | C 46 | 13 |
| #29 | Ferrari | C 45 | 28 |
All Ford models
| Model | Score | Recalls | Largest recall | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-150 | D 28 | 132 | 4,381,878 | 2010-2026 |
| Explorer | B 66 | 104 | 1,889,110 | 2010-2026 |
| F-350 | B 60 | 88 | 4,381,878 | 2010-2026 |
| Escape | D 38 | 82 | 2,925,968 | 2010-2026 |
| F-450 | B 69 | 76 | 4,381,878 | 2010-2026 |
| F-550 | A 82 | 76 | 4,381,878 | 2010-2026 |
| F-250 | C 51 | 71 | 4,381,878 | 2011-2026 |
| Transit | B 74 | 64 | 1,456,417 | 2014-2025 |
| Mustang | F 10 | 60 | 2,147,323 | 2010-2026 |
| E-Series | A 97 | 54 | 1,456,417 | 2010-2026 |
| Expedition | C 48 | 52 | 4,381,878 | 2012-2026 |
| Bronco | F 13 | 49 | 1,076,138 | 2021-2026 |
| Fusion | F 16 | 48 | 2,925,968 | 2010-2020 |
| Ranger | F 19 | 48 | 4,381,878 | 2010-2026 |
| Maverick | F 12 | 46 | 4,381,878 | 2022-2026 |
| Edge | F 19 | 40 | 2,925,968 | 2010-2024 |
| Bronco Sport | F 16 | 32 | 694,271 | 2021-2026 |
| Transit Connect | A 88 | 31 | 2,925,968 | 2010-2022 |
| Focus | D 29 | 27 | 2,147,323 | 2012-2018 |
| Mustang Mach-E | D 27 | 21 | 1,076,138 | 2021-2026 |
| Taurus | B 70 | 19 | 1,448,655 | 2010-2019 |
| C-Max | D 23 | 14 | 2,925,968 | 2013-2018 |
| Flex | A 82 | 14 | 1,448,655 | 2010-2019 |
| Fiesta | B 67 | 12 | 2,147,323 | 2011-2019 |
| EcoSport | A 83 | 6 | 200,237 | 2018-2022 |
| E-Transit | F 4 | 4 | 4,381,878 | 2022-2026 |
| Police Interceptor | C 50 | 3 | 390,783 | 2013-2017 |
| Crown Victoria | C 43 | 2 | 355,000 | 2010-2011 |
| GT | F 17 | 2 | 176 | 2017-2018 |
| Explorer Sport Trac | A 99 | 1 | 33,256 | 2010 |
Recent Ford recalls
- Mustang
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness ground connections may fracture and result in a loss of drive power, or a loss of funct…
- Bronco Sport
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, de…
- Bronco
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in pi…
- Explorer
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine. The engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure.
- F-150
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to b…
- Mustang Mach-E
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear side quarter window glass trim may be improperly secured, which can allow it to detach.
- Explorer
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock …
- Bronco
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit.
Common questions about Ford recalls
- How many recalls does Ford have?
- NHTSA has 744 Ford recall campaigns on record across 30 models for the 2010 to 2026 model years. The most common areas are the power train, electrical system, and back over prevention.
- Which Ford has the most recalls?
- The Ford F-150 has the most recall campaigns of any Ford model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.
- Is Ford reliable when it comes to recalls?
- Ford scores 47 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 26 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.
- How do I check a Ford for recalls?
- Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific Ford. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Recalls for other makes
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For sourcing and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.