NHTSA Recall 26V117000: Motor (visibility)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 604,533 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V117000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S14 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | March 3, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V117000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Escape | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Ford Explorer | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Lincoln Corsair | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
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.