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NHTSA Recall 20V726000: Steering

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 690 vehicles. It affects 2021 Lincoln Aviator.

690
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (December 16)
NHTSA campaign20V726000
Manufacturer campaign20S69
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedNovember 20, 2020
Owner notificationDecember 16, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The steering knuckles may have been manufactured improperly.

Safety risk

The improperly manufactured knuckle may fracture, reducing steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front knuckle, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S69.

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 20V726000

Make and modelModel years
Lincoln Aviator2021

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.