Lincoln Recalls (2021-2027)

Which Lincoln models have recalls?

• Aviator: 43 recalls
• Aviator PHEV: 1 recall
• Corsair: 33 recalls
• Corsair PHEV: 2 recalls
• Nautilus: 13 recalls
• Nautilus Hybrid: 2 recalls
• Navigator: 28 recalls

What parts are recalled most on Lincoln vehicles?

What are the newest Lincoln recalls?

• 2025-2027 Ford Explorer Seat Power Seat Recall (26V470)
  July 21, 2026 · 76,748 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.

  Risk: Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat back may trap a second-row occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will disable the driver seat module (DSM) feature until parts are available.

• 2021-2027 Lincoln Aviator Rear Seat Recall (26V451) Repeat recall
  July 14, 2026 · 387,911 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.

  Risk: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid Pedestrian Alert Sound Recall (26V415) Repeat recall
  June 30, 2026 · 66,383 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

  Risk: A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691.

• 2021 Lincoln Navigator Transmission Recall (26V402) Repeat recall
  June 24, 2026 · 741,195 vehicles · Transmission

  The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.

  Risk: Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Expedition Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (26V344) Repeat recall
  May 27, 2026 · 419,967 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

  Risk: Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Escape Park Pawl Recall (26V301) Repeat recall
  May 12, 2026 · 208 vehicles · Transmission

  The integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

  Risk: A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The Secondary On Board Diagnostic Module C (SOBDMC) software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator Windshield Wiper Recall (26V204) Repeat recall
  March 31, 2026 · 422,613 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.

  Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Lincoln Aviator Fan and Motor Recall (26V202)
  March 31, 2026 · 55 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.

  Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator Electrical Adas Recall (26V165)
  March 18, 2026 · 254,640 vehicles · Electrical System

  The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.

  Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021-2026 Ford Explorer Seat Belt Recall (26V159) Repeat recall
  March 17, 2026 · 561 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.

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

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Escape Backup Camera Software Recall (26V123) Repeat recall
  March 3, 2026 · 889,950 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge.

• 2025 Ford Ranger Gas Recirculation Valve Recall (26V122)
  March 3, 2026 · 47,804 vehicles · Engine

  The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.

  Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Explorer Wiper Motor Recall (26V117)
  March 3, 2026 · 604,533 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.

  Risk: Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Lincoln Navigator Seat Power Seat Recall (26V120)
  March 3, 2026 · 1,189 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The obstacle detection software for the driver seat may malfunction at low speeds, resulting in the seat reversing unexpectedly while driving.

  Risk: Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat may affect the driver’s ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The seat control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021-2026 Ford F-150 Taillight Recall (26V104) Repeat recall
  February 20, 2026 · 4,381,878 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2022-2026 Ford Escape PHEV High-Voltage Battery Recall (26V091) Repeat recall
  February 17, 2026 · 25,237 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.

  Risk: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM) software, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair Seat Belt Retractor Recall (25V862)
  December 12, 2025 · 780 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The seat belt retractors for the left and right rear passenger seats may not be securely fastened.

  Risk: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure, or replace the seat belt retractor bolts, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Explorer Engine Recall (25V828) Repeat recall
  December 1, 2025 · 6 vehicles · Engine

  The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.

  Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge.

• 2025 Lincoln Navigator Brake Control Module Recall (25V823)
  December 1, 2025 · 679 vehicles · Brakes

  The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.

  Risk: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge.

• 2025 Lincoln Navigator Lighting Recall (25V831)
  December 1, 2025 · 1,195 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The rear lightbar may have cracks in the outer lens or weld track that allow moisture to accumulate, which can result in inoperative or flickering reverse lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Inoperative or flickering reverse lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear lightbar, free of charge.

• 2021-2024 Ford Escape PHEV High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V789) Repeat recall
  November 14, 2025 · 20,558 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.

  Risk: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM), free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Expedition Sunroof Recall (25V729)
  October 24, 2025 · 174,853 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair Windshield Recall (25V730)
  October 24, 2025 · 56,841 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."

  Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Explorer Engine Block Heater Recall (25V685) Repeat recall
  October 10, 2025 · 59,006 vehicles · Engine

  The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

  Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied.

• 2024-2026 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid Pedestrian Alert Sound Recall (25V691)
  October 10, 2025 · 43,438 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  A software error may prevent the vehicle from emitting the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

  Risk: A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: The audio control module and digital signal processing module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2024-2026 Ford Explorer Trailer Hitch Recall (25V687)
  October 10, 2025 · 1,412 vehicles · Other Equipment

  The trailer hitch assembly bolts may be loose.

  Risk: While towing a trailer, loose trailer hitch bolts can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, or cause the trailer to detach. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the trailer hitch bolts, or replace them as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2025 Lincoln Corsair Lighting Recall (25V688)
  October 10, 2025 · 84 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  Water may leak into the left and right rear combination lights, possibly resulting in a loss of reverse light, tail light, brake light, or rear turn signal function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Loss of rear lighting functions can reduce vehicle visibility and fail to alert other drivers that the vehicle is braking, turning, or reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear combination light assemblies, as necessary, free charge.

• 2025 Ford Explorer Taillight Recall (25V543)
  August 22, 2025 · 213,121 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When towing a trailer, the tail lights on the trailer may fail to illuminate due to an improperly manufactured body control module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Trailer tail lights that do not illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the body control module C on vehicles with less than 9,000 miles.

• 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair Backup Camera Recall (25V510) Repeat recall
  August 8, 2025 · 41,875 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  Water may enter into the rearview camera connectors, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image.

  Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera harness and rearview camera, free of charge.

• 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus Visibility Power Window Recall (25V518) Repeat recall
  August 8, 2025 · 482 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

  Risk: A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge.

• 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Lighting Control Module Recall (25V519)
  August 8, 2025 · 3,270 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The LED Driver Modules may contain a burnt diode, which can cause the low-beam and high-beam headlights, daytime running lights, front position lights, and front turn signals to fail in the affected headlight. On Nautilus vehicles only, this condition may also cause the rear tail light, rear turn signal, and rear position light to fail.

  Risk: Exterior lighting failure can reduce visibility for the driver and other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the LED Driver Modules, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Lincoln Navigator Brake Software Recall (25V488)
  July 25, 2025 · 312,120 vehicles · Brakes

  The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.

  Risk: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge.

• 2025 Lincoln Aviator Visibility Power Window Recall (25V484)
  July 25, 2025 · 23,111 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When closing the windows with the global closing feature, the side rear windows may exert excessive force when encountering an object, before they automatically reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

  Risk: A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Bronco Fuel Pump Recall (25V455)
  July 7, 2025 · 850,318 vehicles · Fuel System

  The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

  Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Transit Backup Camera Software Recall (25V442) Repeat recall
  June 27, 2025 · 200,237 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

  Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge.

• 2025 Lincoln Navigator Front Air Bag Recall (25V439)
  June 27, 2025 · 171 vehicles · Air Bags

  The passenger side air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to deploy with excessive force during a crash.

  Risk: An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger side air bags, free of charge.

• 2021-2025 Lincoln Aviator Body Panel Recall (25V407)
  June 13, 2025 · 132,914 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The rear door window bars and C-pillar trim may have insufficient adhesive bonding, which can allow the trim to detach from the vehicle.

  Risk: Detached trim may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will repair or replace C-pillar appliques and window division bars, free of charge.

• 2021-2025 Lincoln Aviator Rear Seat Recall (25V393)
  June 13, 2025 · 304,662 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, folding, or sliding unexpectedly while driving.

  Risk: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat switch, and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022 Lincoln Navigator Lighting Control Module Software Recall (25V403) Repeat recall
  June 13, 2025 · 48 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlight control module software may cause the side marker and daytime running lights to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the headlight control module software, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford Escape Engine Recall (25V345) Repeat recall
  May 23, 2025 · 1,809 vehicles · Engine

  5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

  Risk: An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke.

Can a Lincoln recall make your car a lemon in California?

Owners of a Lincoln often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

37 of the 99 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 28 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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