2018–2021 Ford Expedition, Ford Explorer, Ford F-150 +more: Power Train recall
NHTSA campaign 26V402000 · 741K units potentially affected · filed Jun 24, 2026
What's 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.
Why it matters
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 1-866-436-7332. 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V402000
- Manufacturer no.
- 26S48
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Units affected
- 741,195
- Report received
- Jun 24, 2026
- Owner letters
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- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Ford Expedition 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
- Ford Explorer 2020, 2021
- Ford F-150 2021
- Lincoln Aviator 2020, 2021
- Lincoln Navigator 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021