NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2020–2026 Ford Explorer and 1 more recall: Second-Row Seat May Move Unexpectedly
- Recall number
- 26V451000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles › Seats
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 387911
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Seats
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 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.
What should you do?
Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters explaining the safety risk were mailed August 19, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Lincoln Aviator owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2026. 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.
Manufacturer campaign number
26S52
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V451000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.