2019 Ford Expedition | 2020 Ford Expedition | 2021 Ford Expedition | 2018 Lincoln Navigator | 2019 Lincoln Navigator | 2020 Lincoln Navigator | 2021 Lincoln Navigator | 2020 Ford Explorer | 2021 Ford Explorer | 2020 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Ford F-150 — Power train: automatic transmission
Published June 25, 2026 · Recall initiated: June 24, 2026
Summary
NHTSA records recall 26V402000, published June 25, 2026 and initiated June 24, 2026. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2019 Ford Expedition | 2020 Ford Expedition | 2021 Ford Expedition | 2018 Lincoln Navigator | 2019 Lincoln Navigator | 2020 Lincoln Navigator | 2021 Lincoln Navigator | 2020 Ford Explorer | 2021 Ford Explorer | 2020 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Ford F-150 — Power train: automatic transmission.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- EXPEDITION
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2019 FORD EXPEDITION | 2020 FORD EXPEDITION | 2021 FORD EXPEDITION | 2018 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR | 2019 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR | 2020 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR | 2021 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR | 2020 FORD EXPLORER | 2021 FORD EXPLORER | 2020 LINCOLN AVIATOR | 2021 LINCOLN AVIATOR | 2021 FORD F-150
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Ford Expedition | 2020 Ford Expedition | 2021 Ford Expedition | 2018 Lincoln Navigator | 2019 Lincoln Navigator | 2020 Lincoln Navigator | 2021 Lincoln Navigator | 2020 Ford Explorer | 2021 Ford Explorer | 2020 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 Ford F-150 — Power train: automatic transmission recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 26V402000 on June 25, 2026. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: EXPEDITION.