Lincoln, Ford recall — Mid/Rear Assembly

NHTSA · July 14, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V451000 (Lincoln, Ford), reported July 14, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 387,911.
• Component: Mid/Rear Assembly.
• Details as of July 25, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

July 14, 2026

Recalling firm

Ford Motor Company

Source ID

26V451000

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Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.

Consequence

A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective action

Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S52. This recall expands Recall 25V393. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.

Affected vehicles

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