Recall 26V344000: 2018–2022 Ford Expedition, 2018–2022 Lincoln Navigator
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 27, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 419,967
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. 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.
The 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.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S34. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recalls 24V099 and 25V197. Vehicles previously inspected or repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Ford Expedition
- 2019 Ford Expedition
- 2020 Ford Expedition
- 2021 Ford Expedition
- 2022 Ford Expedition
- 2018 Lincoln Navigator
- 2019 Lincoln Navigator
- 2020 Lincoln Navigator
- 2021 Lincoln Navigator
- 2022 Lincoln Navigator
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V344000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 26S34
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Components
- Seat belts:pretensioner (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology