Ford has just published a recall of over 179,000 vehicles due to an issue identified with the front seat height-adjust pivot link bolts. These bolts have been found to loosen over time, which may cause the seat to dislodge or not be properly restrained during a collision, increasing the risk of injury.
Effected Models
- 117,443 Ford Bronco SUVs 2024-2026
- 62,255 Ford Ranger Pickup Trucks 2024-2026
How Would I Know My Ford Vehicle Is Affected by the Recall?
To contact Ford, you can call 1-866-436-7332. The number for this recall is 26S30. You may check if your vehicle is affected here with your VIN number. You can also enter your 17-digit VIN on the NHTSA Recalls Lookup.
Ford has acknowledged the defect and is working with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to notify owners. All owners of possibly impacted vehicles will also be notified by Ford via mail. Owners should expect two rounds of letters, first starting May 11th, letting them know their vehicle is affected, and the second round of letters beginning on July 13th, confirming that repairs are available.
Owners will be directed to take their vehicle to a licensed Ford or Lincoln dealer, where the technician will remove both front seats and inspect each pivot bolt against safety standards. Bolts that fail inspection will be replaced free of charge.
What Do I Do If I Notice My Ford is Affected By The Recall?
If your seat bolts have any squeaks or rattles, this could be an indicator that they are not properly secured. If you notice your Ford vehicle might be affected, Jones & Swanson encourages drivers to minimize driving and take their vehicle to a licensed Ford or Lincoln dealer for a free safety repair inspection.
If you notice your Ford is experiencing an issue with the seat bolts, we encourage you to do the following:
- Slowly guide your car into a designated parking spot or area out of direct traffic if you are driving.
- Immediately contact your local Ford or Lincoln dealer about the issue.
- You may need to have your car towed to a dealership for repair.
- Contact 911 and seek medical attention if any person has been injured.
- If you or someone you know has been injured by this issue, call Jones & Swanson for a FREE consultation to see if you are eligible for compensation.
Ford Recall History
Ford has had similar issues with the front seat pivot bolts before. In October 2025, Ford recalled 163,000 Ford Bronco SUVs, 2021-2023 models with similar front seat pivot bolt issues (recall 25SB5). Ford has issued 34 recalls so far this year, which affect over 9.8 million cars. They consistently hold the title for the most recalls, more than the rest of the major automotive industry combined.
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