Recall 26V062 affects 98 2026 Ford E-Transit vehicles for missing battery-pack washers. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 98 2026 E-Transit vehicles because bolts inside the high-voltage battery pack can be missing washers, creating high electrical resistance or electrical arcing. Electrical arcing raises the risk of fire, and loss of drive power raises crash risk; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The high-voltage battery pack in the 2026 Ford E-Transit stores the power that drives the electric propulsion system. Inside the pack, M6 bolt and washer assemblies hold high-voltage bus bars in place. Those bus bars are rigid electrical links that carry current between parts of the battery pack, and the washers help the bolts hold the right clamping force.
On affected vans, a supplier sorting error let some bolts reach production without the conical washers. Without the washer, the joint can lose proper clamp load and tension. That loose electrical joint can build high resistance or electrical arcing inside the battery pack, which can interrupt propulsion power.
Before loss of motive power, the instrument cluster can show a "Stop Safely Now" message and a malfunction indicator light. If that happens, the van can coast to a stop, and 12V battery power keeps assisted steering and braking available.
Who's affected?
| 2026 Ford E-Transit | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 98 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2026 Ford E-Transit van is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
Electrical arcing raises fire risk. A loss of drive power can leave the van coasting to a stop and increase crash risk. The warning signs listed for this recall are a "Stop Safely Now" message and a malfunction indicator light, so move out of traffic and call the dealer if they appear. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Ford E-Transit is included in this recall.
- Review Ford's owner letter mailed on February 13, 2026, or call Ford customer service if you did not receive it.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask whether the free high-voltage battery busbar-fastener inspection and repair is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 26V062 and Ford recall 26S05 when you call.
- Avoid charging or driving concerns that feel unsafe until Ford or the dealer gives vehicle-specific guidance.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician will inspect the high-voltage battery busbar fasteners, repair the fasteners, and replace the busbar if needed. The dealer repair will be free once Ford makes it available for this recall. Ford uses its standard reimbursement plan for owners who already paid for a related busbar or high-voltage battery repair before the recall notice. Bring repair invoices and payment documentation to the service desk or contact Ford Customer Service to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 3, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 4, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| February 4, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 4, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 13, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V062?
Recall 26V062 covers 98 2026 Ford E-Transit vehicles with high-voltage battery pack bolts that lack washers. That defect creates high electrical resistance or electrical arcing, which increases fire risk and crash risk from loss of drive power. Ford dealers inspect and repair the busbar fasteners for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Ford E-Transit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V062. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the busbar fastener inspection and repair. Reference Ford recall number 26S05 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the safety recall repair at no cost, and Ford's remedy says dealers will inspect and repair the busbar fasteners and replace the busbar if needed free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my 2026 Ford E-Transit before the repair?
Ford did not issue a do-not-drive order for recall 26V062. The stated risk is electrical arcing, which increases fire risk, and loss of drive power, which increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN and ask the Ford dealer for vehicle-specific guidance before continued use.
When were owners notified about recall 26V062?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on February 13, 2026. If you bought the E-Transit used or never received the letter, check your VIN and give recall number 26V062 or Ford recall number 26S05 to the dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V062000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V062 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V062000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →