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2020-2026 Ford Explorer Seat Belt Recall

2025 FORD EXPLORER: SEAT BELTS

Updated March 17, 2026

Ford is recalling 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles because the second-row outer seat belt anchor bolts may be loose. A loose seat belt buckle can fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash, increasing injury risk.

Is the Ford Motor Company recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on March 17, 2026. Details below.

What is recalled

2020-2026 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles with loose or improperly secured seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions. Ford recall number: 26C18.

Am I affected

You're affected if you own a 2020-2026 Ford Explorer or Lincoln Aviator. Check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) using the recall lookup tool on NHTSA.gov to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included (VINs became searchable March 19, 2026).

What to do right now

Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free inspection and repair of the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts. Dealers will replace or repair the bolts as necessary at no charge. An owner notification letter was mailed on March 30, 2026.

Contact: Ford Motor Company

The hazard

A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Brands affected

Ford Motor Company
Source
NHTSA
Category
Vehicles
Recall ID
nhtsa-26V159000
Recalled
March 17, 2026
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