Recall 26V335 covers 268 2026 Ford Bronco and Ranger vehicles with incorrect tire placard labels. Free inspection and label replacement at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 268 2026 Bronco and Ranger vehicles because the tire placard and safety certification labels can list the wrong VIN, weight ratings, seating capacity, tire size, rim dimensions, and tire pressure. Incorrect labels can lead to overloading or improper tire inflation, increasing crash risk; the repair at a Ford dealer will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The affected part is not a mechanical part. It is the tire placard and safety certification label on certain 2026 Ford Bronco and Ranger vehicles. These labels list the VIN, seating and weight limits, axle ratings, tire and rim sizes, and the recommended cold tire pressure. Owners and dealers use that information to load the vehicle and set tire pressure correctly.
On affected vehicles, an invoicing packet error led to an offline label repair process at the Michigan Assembly Plant. That process allowed certification and tire information labels to be installed with information that did not match the vehicle's VIN. The vehicle itself was built, but the labels on the driver-side B-pillar did not carry the correct vehicle-specific information.
An owner is not expected to feel, hear, or see a driving symptom from the label problem. The labels look like normal factory labels unless the VIN and specifications are checked against Ford's records. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
The Bronco and Ranger scope is tied to the same tire and loading information label. VINs became searchable on May 28, 2026.
| 2026 Ford Bronco | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Ranger | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 268 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2026 Ford Bronco or Ranger does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect tire size, tire pressure, and GAWR information on the labels can lead an owner to overload the vehicle or use the wrong tire inflation. That raises the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign from the label itself, so confirm the recall with your VIN and follow the corrected information. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Ford Bronco or Ranger is included in this recall.
- Watch for Ford's owner letter, which was expected to be mailed June 1, 2026.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer once the repair opens to schedule the free certification and TREAD label inspection.
- Reference recall number 26V335 when you call, and ask whether the dealer needs to replace the labels that list tire size, tire pressure, GAWR, VIN, weight, or seating information.
- Avoid loading the vehicle beyond the limits shown in your owner's materials until Ford confirms the labels are correct.
What happens at the repair
Once the recall repair opens, a Ford technician will inspect the certification and TREAD labels on the affected 2026 Bronco or Ranger. If the labels list incorrect vehicle specifications, the technician will replace the certification label, the TREAD label, or both. Parts and labor are covered under the recall once the repair is available. Ford uses the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you already paid for label-related work before the owner notice, ask Ford customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 26, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 28, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| May 28, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 28, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V335?
Recall 26V335 covers 268 2026 Ford Bronco and Ranger vehicles with certification and tire labels that list incorrect vehicle specifications. The wrong tire size, tire pressure, or axle-weight information can lead to overloading or improper tire inflation, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2026 Ford Bronco or Ranger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V335. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask for recall 26C24. The dealer will inspect the certification and TREAD labels and replace them if needed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ford dealers will inspect the certification and TREAD labels and, if needed, replace them free of charge under recall 26V335.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is incorrect loading or tire inflation guidance. If the label lists the wrong tire size, tire pressure, or gross axle weight rating, the vehicle can be overloaded or driven with improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
When will Ford notify owners?
Ford listed June 1, 2026, for owner notification letters. VINs became searchable on May 28, 2026. You can check your VIN now, then call a franchised Ford dealer with recall number 26V335 or Ford recall number 26C24.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V335000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V335 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V335000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →