NHTSA recall 26V117000
Visibility · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
Why it matters: Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2020 Ford Escape
- 2020 Ford Explorer
- 2020 Lincoln Aviator
- 2020 Lincoln Corsair
- 2021 Ford Escape
- 2021 Ford Explorer
- 2021 Lincoln Aviator
- 2021 Lincoln Corsair
- 2022 Ford Escape
- 2022 Ford Explorer
- 2022 Lincoln Aviator
- 2022 Lincoln Corsair
All model years NHTSA lists
2020 Ford Escape, 2021 Ford Escape, 2022 Ford Escape, 2020 Ford Explorer, 2021 Ford Explorer, 2022 Ford Explorer, 2020 Lincoln Aviator, 2021 Lincoln Aviator, 2022 Lincoln Aviator, 2020 Lincoln Corsair, 2021 Lincoln Corsair, 2022 Lincoln Corsair.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 26V117000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.