FORD MUSTANG: NHTSA recall 26V418000 explained
This recall concerns windshield wiper and washer operation in certain Ford Mustang vehicles.
Ford has reported a recall involving windshield wiper and washer operation. The official record describes conditions in which those systems may not function as intended, with a resulting visibility concern. The manufacturer’s stated repair process and notification details are included with the recall record. Only an official VIN lookup can confirm whether a particular vehicle has an open recall.
What the official recall record says
FORD: MUSTANG, MUSTANG GTD
The recall concerns the wiper motor and its effect on windshield wiper and washer operation under the conditions described in the official record. Ford’s remedy calls for dealer inspection and replacement of the wiper motor when necessary, without charge. The official record does not specify repair timing or whether a particular vehicle requires replacement; an official VIN lookup can confirm open-recall status.
Official record
- NHTSA recall ID: 26V418000
- Vehicles listed: FORD MUSTANG (2026, 2025, 2024); FORD MUSTANG GTD (2026, 2025)
- Potentially affected: 67,842
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- Report received: June 30, 2026
- Owner notification: Not provided in the source record
- Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang and 2025-2026 Mustang GTD vehicles. During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system may fail to function properly.
- Safety consequence: Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 9, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in late March 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26C32. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 2, 2026.
What owners should do next
Owners can use an official VIN lookup to check for an open recall and refer to the manufacturer’s notice for the stated repair process. The official record remains the source for recall eligibility, the identified condition and the available remedy.
A headline cannot confirm whether a particular vehicle is affected. Use the official NHTSA recall lookup with the vehicle identification number and contact the manufacturer or an authorized dealer for vehicle-specific guidance.
Sources used for this report.
References checked August 10, 2026.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Safety Recall Report: Campaign 26V418000. Report received June 30, 2026. Accessed August 10, 2026.
To check a specific vehicle, use the official NHTSA VIN recall lookup.