NHTSA Recall 26V374000: Power window devices and controls (visibility)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18,124 vehicles. It affects 2017 Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V374000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26C29 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS |
| Report received | June 9, 2026 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Escape vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 16V617. The power-operated windows may exert excessive force when encountering an object, before they automatically reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Safety risk
A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the power window operating system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C29. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V374000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Escape | 2017 |
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.