NHTSA recall 26V-344 (26V344000)
seat belts recall reported May 27, 2026 - about 419,967 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V344000
- Also written as
- 26V-344
- Manufacturer number
- 26S34
- Reported
- May 27, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~419,967
- Component
- seat belts
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.
Why it is dangerous
Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S34. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recalls 24V099 and 25V197. Vehicles previously inspected or repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-344 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.