NHTSA Recall 20V414000: Power adjust (seats) and 2 other components
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19,299 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Lincoln Mkx.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V414000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20S37 |
| Components | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › POWER ADJUST; AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › INTERIOR/UNDER DASH |
| Report received | July 17, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 12, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company, Inc. (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2019-2020 Nautilus vehicles equipped with 16-way electric tilt seats. The seat cushion frame edge may contact the wire harness when the seat occupant uses the tilt function of the seat, potentially damaging one or more wires within the harness, which can result in either inadvertent deployment of the air bag or nondeployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
An air bag that deploys inadvertently increases the risk of a crash. An air bag that does not deploy in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install protective flocking tape onto the exposed edge of the 16-way seat cushion frames, and inspect the wire harness for damage, and repair or replace it as needed, free of charge. This recall began August 12, 2020. Owners may contact Ford/Lincoln customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S37.
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 20V414000
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.