United StatesCertain 2026 Lincoln Navigator vehicles are affected; owners can identify them by model year and make (2026 Lincoln Navigator). The obstacle detection software for the driver seat may malfunction at low speeds and cause the seat to reverse unexpectedly while driving, which can affect the driver’s ability to control the vehicle and increase crash risk. Ford will update the seat control module software free of charge via a dealer or over‑the‑air update; owner letters were mailed March 13, 2026, and Ford can be reached at 1-866-436-7332 (recall 26S11).
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The obstacle detection software for the driver seat may malfunction at low speeds, resulting in the seat reversing unexpectedly while driving.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V120000; Manufacturer campaign 26S11
The hazard
Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat may affect the driver’s ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
The seat control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Check the original before you act on it.
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