Vehicle Recalls Index · Why we built this

2020–2021 Lincoln Aviator recall — NHTSA 26V402000

Ford Motor Company · 26V402000 · NHTSA source

Informational only. ProductGuru indexes the public NHTSA Vehicle Recalls register as a finding aid. Consult the manufacturer or an authorised dealer for the official remedy status for your specific VIN. For the authoritative record, visit nhtsa.gov campaign 26V402000. If your vehicle is subject to a "Park It / Park Outside" advisory, contact your dealer immediately.

Identity

NHTSA Campaign Number
26V402000
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Make
Lincoln
Model
Aviator
Model year(s)
2020–2021
Affected component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Report received

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.

Source: NHTSA campaign 26V402000

Consequence

Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 10, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in April 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S48. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.

Provenance

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · campaign 26V402000 · verify on nhtsa.gov. Dataset: NHTSA Vehicle Recalls register.

See also