Recall 26V-402
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2018 to 2021 Ford Expedition and 4 other models: Power train (automatic transmission).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V-402
- Reported
- June 24, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 741,195 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.
The risk
Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 10, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in April 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 26S48. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.
Affected vehicles
- Ford Expedition 2018 to 2021
- Ford Explorer 2020 to 2021
- Ford F-150 2021
- Lincoln Aviator 2020 to 2021
- Lincoln Navigator 2018 to 2021