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Vehicle recall 26V117000 · March 3, 2026

Lincoln Aviator, Lincoln Corsair and 2 more models

The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
Consequence
Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
26V117000
Reported to NHTSA
March 3, 2026
Filed by
Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer campaign
26S14
Vehicles potentially affected
604,533
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Recall 26V117000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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