NHTSA recall 26V-202 (26V202000)
visibility recall reported March 31, 2026 - about 55 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V202000
- Also written as
- 26V-202
- Manufacturer number
- 26S22
- Reported
- March 31, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~55
- Component
- visibility
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.
Why it is dangerous
An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S22. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 3, 2026.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-202 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.