NHTSA Recall 18V805000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 34,946 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Expedition.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V805000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18S37 |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 14, 2018 |
| Owner notification | February 15, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Expedition vehicles. The second row center seat track assemblies may be missing one or both of the J-Channel reinforcement brackets, possibly allowing the seat to move in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, a seat that moves may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the second row center seat for any missing J-channel reinforcement brackets, replacing the center seat frame assembly as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner notification was sent on December 21, 2018. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S37
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V805000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.