2020–2022 Lincoln Corsair, Aviator and 2020–2022 Ford Explorer, Escape recall: Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V117000
- Reported
- March 3, 2026
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Part
- Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor
- Vehicles affected
- About 604,533
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
Safety risk
Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Ford Escape (2020, 2021, 2022); Ford Explorer (2020, 2021, 2022); Lincoln Aviator (2020, 2021, 2022); Lincoln Corsair (2020, 2021, 2022). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in…
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