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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 26V415000

2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid — Back over prevention: warnings: external/pedestrian alert

Published June 30, 2026 · Recall initiated: June 30, 2026

Summary

NHTSA records recall 26V415000, published June 30, 2026. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid — Back over prevention: warnings: external/pedestrian alert.

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

What to do

Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691. Any vehicles previously repaired under 25V691 must have the new remedy completed. Ford will release an over-the-air (OTA) update or dealers will update the APIM software, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will replace the digital signal processing module in Nautilus Hybrid vehicles equipped with 28 speakers, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S51. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 7, 2026.

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Recall details

Brand
LINCOLN
Model
NAUTILUS HYBRID
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2025 LINCOLN NAUTILUS HYBRID
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid — Back over prevention: warnings: external/pedestrian alert recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 26V415000 on June 30, 2026. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

What should I do if I have this product?

Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691. Any vehicles previously repaired under 25V691 must have the new remedy completed. Ford will release an over-the-air (OTA) update or dealers will update the APIM software, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will replace the digital signal processing module in Nautilus Hybrid vehicles equipped with 28 speakers, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S51. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 7, 2026.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: LINCOLN. Model: NAUTILUS HYBRID.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)