Lincoln Nautilus recalls

25 official safety recalls for the Lincoln Nautilus from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Pedestrian warning sound may not play

    Reported June 30, 2026Model years 2024–2027NHTSA campaign 26V41500066,383 vehicles affected

    A software error may prevent the vehicle from making a pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds, so pedestrians may not hear an approaching vehicle and could be injured. An over-the-air update or dealer software update will be provided, free of charge. For vehicles with 28 speakers, dealers will also replace the signal processing module, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    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.

  2. Lane centring system may miss hands-off warnings

    Reported June 9, 2026Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 26V3770001,013 vehicles affected

    The lane centring assist system may not detect when the driver has kept their hands off the steering wheel for too long, so intended warnings may not appear, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the power steering control module software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 19V031. The lane center assist system may not adequately detect if a driver has their hands off the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.
    Consequence
    Failure to alert the driver with the intended hands-off the wheel warnings may increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the power steering control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8. 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S44. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.

  3. Instrument cluster may show a blank display

    Reported June 9, 2026Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 26V3720002,349 vehicles affected

    The instrument cluster may fail at startup and show a blank display, hiding information such as vehicle speed and safety warnings and increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 19V076. At vehicle start-up, the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) may not function, showing a blank display. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
    Consequence
    A blank instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will reprogram the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C27. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.

  4. Module resets may disable camera and driver assistance features

    Reported March 18, 2026Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 26V165000254,640 vehicles affected

    Multiple unexpected resets of the image processing module may cause loss of the rearview camera image and features including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring. Reduced ability to detect hazards may increase crash risk. A dealer will update the module software, or it will be updated over the air, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. 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.
    Consequence
    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.
    Remedy
    The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 Aviator, 2025 Explorer, 2025 Nautilus notified owners on 4/13/2026. Phase 2 will include 2025 Navigator will notify owners on or about 4/20/2026. Phase 3 will include 2022-2024 Navigator will notify owners on or about 6/8/2026. Phase 4 will include 2024 Nautilus will notify owners on or about 6/22/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S21. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 25, 2026.

  5. Exhaust gas recirculation valve may fail

    Reported March 3, 2026Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 26V12200047,804 vehicles affected

    The exhaust gas recirculation valve may fail, causing an unexpected loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the valve free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.

  6. Pedestrian warning sound may fail

    Reported October 10, 2025Model years 2024–2026NHTSA campaign 25V69100043,438 vehicles affected

    A software error may prevent the vehicle from sounding its pedestrian warning at certain speeds, so pedestrians may not be alerted to an approaching vehicle. A dealer or over-the-air update will update the audio control and digital signal processing software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025 Explorer hybrid police vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from emitting the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.
    Consequence
    A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    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. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 10, 2025.

  7. Headlight and other exterior lights may fail

    Reported August 8, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V5190003,270 vehicles affected

    A burnt diode in an LED driver module may cause lights in the affected headlight to fail; on some vehicles, rear lights may also fail. Reduced visibility can increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the LED driver modules as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang Mach E, and Mustang vehicles. 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence
    Exterior lighting failure can reduce visibility for the driver and other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the LED Driver Modules, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C39.

  8. Power windows may not reverse after detecting an obstruction

    Reported August 8, 2025Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 25V518000482 vehicles affected

    The window reversal system may not respond correctly after detecting an obstruction, allowing a closing window to pinch someone before retracting and increasing injury risk. Dealers will update the driver and passenger door module software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V953. 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."
    Consequence
    A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C36.

  9. Rearview camera image may be blank or remain on screen

    Reported June 27, 2025Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 25V442000200,237 vehicles affected

    A software error may make the rearview camera image blank or leave it displayed after backing. A blank image reduces the view behind the vehicle; an image that remains on screen may distract the driver. Both can increase crash risk. Dealers will update the camera software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. 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.
    Consequence
    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.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

  10. Engine block heater may overheat

    Reported May 23, 2025Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 25V3430006,781 vehicles affected

    The engine block heater may overheat while the vehicle is parked and plugged in, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the heater element and inspect and replace the electrical cord if needed, free of charge. Alternatively, the heater element can be replaced with a threaded blanking plug and the cord removed.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
    Consequence
    An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.

  11. Displays may reboot and go blank

    Reported May 23, 2025Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 25V33700030,679 vehicles affected

    Multimedia software may cause the panoramic and centre displays to reboot and go blank, hiding safety information such as speed and warnings. A missing rearview camera image can also reduce visibility behind the vehicle. A dealer will update the software, or it can be updated over the air, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Nautilus vehicles. The multimedia module software may cause the panoramic and center displays to reboot, resulting in a blank screen. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 111, "Rear Visibility," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect," as well as FMVSS numbers 126, 108, 135, 138, 208, 101, and 305.
    Consequence
    A blank instrument display can result in a loss of critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a missing rearview camera display image can reduce visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    The multimedia module system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C21.

  12. Rearview camera image may delay, freeze, or disappear

    Reported May 9, 2025Model years 2021–2023NHTSA campaign 25V3150001,076,138 vehicles affected

    A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or disappear in reverse, reducing the view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. A dealer or over-the-air update will update the APIM software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
    Consequence
    A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  13. Power windows may not reverse when they detect an object

    Reported April 11, 2025Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 25V2370001,177 vehicles affected

    When closed with the global closing feature, the windows may not reverse after detecting an object. They could exert excessive force and pinch someone before retracting, increasing injury risk. Dealers will update the driver and passenger door module software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-597. When closing the windows with the global closing feature, the windows may not automatically reverse after detecting an object. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
    Consequence
    A closing window may exert excessive force and pinch a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C10.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  14. Power window may not reverse far enough

    Reported December 20, 2024Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 24V95300047,818 vehicles affected

    The automatic reversal system may not respond correctly to an obstruction, and the window may not retract far enough. A closing window could pinch someone with excessive force and cause injury. Dealers will recalibrate the driver and passenger door modules free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction, and the window reversal distance does not meet the minimum requirement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
    Consequence
    A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will recalibrate the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C43.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  15. Engine intake valves may break

    Reported August 23, 2024Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 24V63500090,736 vehicles affected

    An engine intake valve may break while driving, causing engine failure and loss of drive power, which increases crash risk. Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  16. Power windows may not reverse when closing

    Reported August 9, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V59700070,483 vehicles affected

    When using the global closing feature, a window may not reverse after detecting an object and could pinch a driver or passenger with excessive force, increasing injury risk. Dealers will update the driver and passenger door module software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. When closing the windows with the global closing feature, the windows may not automatically reverse after detecting an object. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
    Consequence
    A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 13, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C24.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  17. Rear shock absorbers may damage nearby parts

    Reported June 23, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V439000366 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly manufactured rear shock absorbers may damage brake hoses and other nearby parts. A damaged brake hose can increase stopping distance and crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in damage to the rear brake hose, rear axle half shaft, wheel speed sensor, and/or stabilizer bar end links.
    Consequence
    A damaged brake hose can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the rear shocks, rear brake hoses, rear wheel speed sensor, and rear half shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S32.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  18. Child seat tether welds may be insufficient

    Reported March 24, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V19800019 vehicles affected

    Insufficient welds on the second-row seat frame may reduce its ability to restrain a child in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the left-side seat back frame free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge and Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The child seat tether wire welds on the second-row left-side seat back frame may be insufficient, which can reduce the seat's ability to properly restrain a child during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
    Consequence
    A child that is not properly restrained during a crash can have an increased risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the left-side second-row seat back frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C09.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  19. Low rear drive unit lubricant may cause axle seizure

    Reported January 15, 2021Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 21V011000147 vehicles affected

    Too little lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause the rear axle to seize, resulting in loss of drive or vehicle control. Dealers will check the lubricant, top it up if it is at the minimum level, or replace the axle if below that level, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.
    Consequence
    If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level. Axles found to be below the minimum lubricant fill level will be replaced, free of charge. This recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S02.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  20. Rearview camera may show a blank or distorted image

    Reported September 23, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V575000620,246 vehicles affected

    A poor electrical connection may cause the rearview camera to intermittently show a blank or distorted image, reducing rear visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the camera, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  21. Transmission accumulator bolts may be missing or loose

    Reported September 10, 2020Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 20V55000097 vehicles affected

    Missing or loose start/stop accumulator endcap bolts could cause a transmission fluid leak, loss of transmission function, or a fire if the fluid contacts an ignition source. Dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
    Consequence
    Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  22. Seat frame may damage air bag wiring

    Reported July 17, 2020Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 20V41400019,299 vehicles affected

    The seat frame may damage wiring, causing an air bag to deploy unexpectedly or fail to deploy in a crash, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will add protective tape and inspect, repair or replace the wiring free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company, Inc. (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2019-2020 Nautilus vehicles equipped with 16-way electric tilt seats. The seat cushion frame edge may contact the wire harness when the seat occupant uses the tilt function of the seat, potentially damaging one or more wires within the harness, which can result in either inadvertent deployment of the air bag or nondeployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
    Consequence
    An air bag that deploys inadvertently increases the risk of a crash. An air bag that does not deploy in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install protective flocking tape onto the exposed edge of the 16-way seat cushion frames, and inspect the wire harness for damage, and repair or replace it as needed, free of charge. This recall began August 12, 2020. Owners may contact Ford/Lincoln customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S37.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  23. Instrument cluster may show a blank display

    Reported February 11, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V0760004,212 vehicles affected

    The instrument cluster may fail at start-up and show a blank display, hiding information such as speed, fuel or temperature levels, and safety warnings. Driving without this information can increase crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the cluster free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. At vehicle start-up, the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) may not function, showing a blank display. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
    Consequence
    A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, fuel or temperature level, or safety system warnings. Driving with an inoperative cluster can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC), free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C03.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  24. Lane assist may not detect hands off the steering wheel

    Reported January 14, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V0310002,276 vehicles affected

    Lane Center Assist may not detect when the driver keeps their hands off the wheel for a prolonged time. The system may stay active, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the power steering control module software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The Lane Center Assist system may not adequately detect if a driver has their hands off the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.
    Consequence
    If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's inattention may increase the risk of crash.
    Remedy
    Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the Power Steering Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S02.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  25. Driver air bag cover may detach

    Reported November 14, 2018Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 18V806000268 vehicles affected

    The driver air bag cover may detach when the air bag deploys, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will replace the driver air bag module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles that are not equipped with Adaptive Front Steering. The plastic cover on the driver frontal air bag module may detach during air bag deployment.
    Consequence
    If the air bag cover separates during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began December 7, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S38.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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