NHTSA recall 26V159000

Seat Belts · Ford Motor Company

March 17, 2026report date

561units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.

Why it matters: A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2026.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2020 Ford Explorer, 2021 Ford Explorer, 2022 Ford Explorer, 2023 Ford Explorer, 2024 Ford Explorer, 2025 Ford Explorer, 2026 Ford Explorer, 2020 Lincoln Aviator, 2021 Lincoln Aviator, 2022 Lincoln Aviator, 2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2024 Lincoln Aviator, 2025 Lincoln Aviator, 2026 Lincoln Aviator.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 26V159000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.