2026 Ford Explorer, 2026 Lincoln Aviator Recall: Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which…
NHTSA campaign 26V202000 · Visibility · filed Mar 31, 2026 · verified Sep 14, 2026
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.
The risk
An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S22. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 3, 2026.
Affected vehicles
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Other campaigns involving Ford vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V202000 (manufacturer number 26S22). Data last verified Sep 14, 2026.