Ford Explorer; Lincoln Aviator (2025-2027): Seats
Recall 26V470000 · Jul 21, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
76,748
vehicles affected
76,748
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 26V470000
- Date
- Jul 21, 2026
- Maker
- Ford Motor Company
- Units affected
- 76,748
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Seats > Front assembly > Power adjust
- Model years
- 2025-2027
- Started by
- The maker
- Hazard
- Injury
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.
What can happen
Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat back may trap a second-row occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
Dealers will disable the driver seat module (DSM) feature until parts are available. Once available, the motor will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S53.
Vehicles covered
2 models, 6 model years in all
Related pages
Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 26V470000?
2 models: Ford Explorer (2025-2027), Lincoln Aviator (2025-2027), about 76,748 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 26V470000?
Dealers will disable the driver seat module (DSM) feature until parts are available. Once available, the motor will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall.
What can happen?
Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat back may trap a second-row occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.