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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 26V402📅 Jun 25, 2026

2018–2021 Ford Expedition & 2018–2021 Lincoln Navigator + 3 more recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.

💥 The risk

Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 10, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in April 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S48. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
26V402000
Manufacturer recall #
26S48
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Vehicles affected
741,195
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Owner phone
1-866-436-7332
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Built
Jan 8, 2020 – Oct 8, 2021
Recall started by
MFR

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 26V402 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 26V402?

2018–2021 Ford Expedition & 2018–2021 Lincoln Navigator + 3 more. 741,195 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-436-7332.