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NHTSA Recall 26V451000

Filed by Ford Motor Company. Component: Seats. Reported 2026-07-14. An estimated 387,911 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

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.

Risk

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

What the manufacturer will do

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.

Manufacturer campaign number: 26S52

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Vehicles covered by this recall