NHTSA Recall 26V159000: Seat belts
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 561 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V159000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26C18 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | March 17, 2026 |
| Owner notification | March 30, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.
Safety risk
A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C18. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V159000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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.