NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026 Ford Explorer and 1 more recall: Inoperative Defrosting and Defogging System
- Recall number
- 26V202000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles › Visibility
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 55
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Visibility
Affected vehicles
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 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.
What should you do?
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.
Manufacturer campaign number
26S22
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V202000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.