FORD, LINCOLN — recall

Automotive · United States · 2026-03-31

Ford/Lincoln Aviator/Explorer vehicles: HVAC system may have issues

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-03-31
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company
Models affected	EXPLORER, AVIATOR
Model year	2026, 2026
Units affected	55
Defect	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._x000D_ An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Component	VISIBILITY
Remedy	Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be 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.
Recall number	26V202000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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