Ford Motor Company is recalling 8 units of the 2026 Explorer because the windshield may not have been properly attached to the vehicle frame during manufacturing. This defect means the vehicles do not meet federal safety standards for windshield mounting, as the glass could come loose during a collision. Owners can have the windshield removed and replaced by a dealer at no cost.
If the windshield is not correctly bonded to the vehicle, it may detach during a crash. A detached windshield reduces the structural integrity of the vehicle during an impact and significantly increases the risk of injury to the driver and passengers.
Windshield removal and replacement
Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 22, 2026.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
This is general information, not legal advice. Go Backs is not a law firm and does not provide legal services.
AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.
Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response