Ford Econoline (Ford) – HVAC Blower Motor Failure (2026)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2026 FORD ECONOLINE
Brand
FORD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2026
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2026 FORD ECONOLINE vehicles due to visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:fan/motor issues. An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Econoline vehicles. The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system blower motor may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will replace the HVAC blower motor assembly, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 6, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated February 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 28, 2025.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026