NHTSA · Vehicle · August 25, 2026

Ford recall: 2024–2026 Mustang – electrical system

Ford Motor Company is recalling 2024–2026 Ford Mustang because of a crash risk – 148,663 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on August 25, 2026. Distributed nationwide.

Most serious A safety recall: the manufacturer or NHTSA found a vehicle defect that poses a risk to safety, or a failure to meet a federal safety standard. The remedy is free.

A dealership service department
Illustration: A dealership service department – not the recalled product. Photo: Christopher Ziemnowicz, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
Product2024–2026 Ford Mustang
BrandFord
CompanyFord Motor Company
TypeVehicles
ClassificationVehicle
Report receivedAugust 25, 2026
Published by NHTSAAugust 25, 2026
Quantity148,663 vehicles (potentially affected)
Recall ID26V547000
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

MakeModelModel years
FordMustang2024–2026
Exactly as the agency lists them

Identifiers and details

NHTSA campaign number
26V547000
Manufacturer recall number
26C40
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Built
2022-09-07 to ?
Recalled part
Wire Assembly Engine Compartment · Wire Assembly · TR3V-14290-**
Initiated by
Manufacturer

Why it was recalled

The problem: a crash risk.

NHTSA's defect summary: “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 function in the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning, or engine cooling fan. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."”

The consequence, according to NHTSA: “A loss of driver power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a loss of headlight function or windshield washing system function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.”

What to do

NHTSA: “Dealers will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in March 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C40. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.”

Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.

Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V547000.

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FAQ

About this recall

Is Ford 2024–2026 Ford Mustang recalled?

Yes. Ford Motor Company reported the recall to NHTSA on August 25, 2026; NHTSA published it August 25, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.

Why was it recalled?

Because of a crash risk. 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 function in the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning, or engine cooling fan. As such,

What should I do if I have it?

NHTSA says: Dealers will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in March 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C40. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.

Where was it sold?

Nationwide.

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Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.

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