Ford is recalling six 2026 Explorers with potentially seized connecting-rod bearings. The defect can cause engine failure, lost power, and a possible fire risk. Dealers will replace each affected Explorer’s engine long block free of charge. Ford is recalling just six 2026 Explorers, but this isn’t a case of a loose trim clip or a slightly wonky screen. Every one of them needs an entirely new engine long block. The affected SUVs were built between February 10 and February 17, 2026, and use Ford’s 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine. According to the automaker’s recall filing, their connecting-rod bearings may seize, potentially causing an abrupt engine failure, a loss of motive power, and…
Six Ford Explorers Need New Engines As Their Originals Might Blow Up
