Canada2026–2027 Ford EXPLORER and Lincoln AVIATOR SUVs equipped with memory seats are affected. The recall was issued because the driver’s seat may recline on its own when using certain remote features (remote door unlocking, remote start, or approaching the vehicle with the key fob), potentially trapping a second‑row passenger; Ford will notify owners by mail and corrective actions are under development.
What's being recalled
Visit Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.
How to identify it
2026–2027 Ford EXPLORER
2026–2027 Ford AVIATOR
The hazard
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the driver's seat could recline on its own when using certain remote features including remote door unlocking, remote start and/or approaching the vehicle with the key fob. As a result, the second-row passenger could become trapped between the seat and the seatback.
Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with memory seats.
Safety Risk:
A seat that reclines on its own could increase the risk of injury and/or entrapment.
Corrective actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
What to do
Please see corrective actions section below
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Transport Canada, collected from Health Canada, CFIA and Transport Canada. Check the original before you act on it.
Read the official notice (opens in a new tab)