Official recall notice
Driver's Seat May Move Unexpectedly
- Recall date
- 2026-03-03
- Brand
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 1,189
- Vehicle
- Ford Motor Company
Why it was recalled
Hazard
Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat may affect the driver’s ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended action
What to do
The seat control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
Product description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The obstacle detection software for the driver seat may malfunction at low speeds, resulting in the seat reversing unexpectedly while driving.