Recall record at a glance
| Official record | 26V451000 |
|---|---|
| Category | Vehicle Recalls |
| Recalling firm | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report date | Jul 14, 2026 |
| Location | United States |
What the recall covers
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.
Potential consequence
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy described by NHTSA
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.
Vehicle pages currently linked in our database
These are the make, model and model-year pages currently linked to this campaign in Recall Lookup USA. The official NHTSA record may cover additional vehicles.
- 2026 Ford Explorer
- 2025 Ford Explorer
- 2024 Ford Explorer
- 2023 Ford Explorer
- 2022 Ford Explorer
- 2021 Ford Explorer
- 2020 Ford Explorer
What to do next
Use the NHTSA recall lookup with your VIN for the most precise vehicle-specific result, then follow the remedy instructions provided by the manufacturer or an authorized dealer. A model-level campaign page cannot confirm whether a particular VIN is affected.
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