NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2020–2022 Ford Escape and 3 more recall: Windshield Wipers May Fail
- Recall number
- 26V117000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles › Visibility
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 604533
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Visibility
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | Escape | 2020–2022 |
| Ford | Explorer | 2020–2022 |
| Lincoln | Aviator | 2020–2022 |
| Lincoln | Corsair | 2020–2022 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
Consequence
Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Manufacturer campaign number
26S14
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V117000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.