NHTSA Recall 26V204000: Linkages (visibility)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 422,613 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Ford Expedition.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V204000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S24 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › LINKAGES |
| Report received | March 31, 2026 |
| Owner notification | August 5, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.
Safety risk
Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V204000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Expedition | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Ford F-250 SD | 2022, 2023 |
| Ford F-350 SD | 2022, 2023 |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2022, 2023 |
| Ford F-550 SD | 2022, 2023 |
| Ford F-600 SD | 2022, 2023 |
| Lincoln Navigator | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
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.