The problem
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.
The risk
Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2026. 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-418 (26V418000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 26C32 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor |
| Report date | June 30, 2026 |
| Owners notified | August 11, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 67,994 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-418 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C32.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 67,994 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.