NHTSA Recall 26V344000: Pretensioner (seat belts)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 419,967 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Expedition.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V344000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S34 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER |
| Report received | May 27, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.
Safety risk
Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S34. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recalls 24V099 and 25V197. Vehicles previously inspected or repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V344000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Expedition | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Lincoln Navigator | 2018, 2019, 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.