NHTSA Recall 26V165000: Adas (electrical system) and software (back over prevention)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 254,640 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V165000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S21 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ADAS; BACK OVER PREVENTION › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | March 18, 2026 |
| Owner notification | April 13, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.
Safety risk
Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 Aviator, 2025 Explorer, 2025 Nautilus notified owners on 4/13/2026. Phase 2 will include 2025 Navigator will notify owners on or about 4/20/2026. Phase 3 will include 2022-2024 Navigator will notify owners on or about 6/8/2026. Phase 4 will include 2024 Nautilus will notify owners on or about 6/22/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S21. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 25, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V165000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2025 |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2025 |
| Lincoln Nautilus | 2024, 2025 |
| Lincoln Navigator | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
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.