Official recall notice
Second-Row Seat May Move Unexpectedly
- Recall date
- 2026-07-15
- Brand
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 387,911
- Vehicle
- Ford Motor Company
Why it was recalled
Hazard
A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended action
What to 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.
Product description
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.