Lincoln, Ford recall — Fan/Motor

NHTSA · March 31, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V202000 (Lincoln, Ford), reported March 31, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 55.
• Component: Fan/Motor.
• Details as of July 25, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

March 31, 2026

Recalling firm

Ford Motor Company

Source ID

26V202000

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Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.

Consequence

An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective action

Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S22. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 3, 2026.

Affected vehicles

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