Vehicle Rollaway Risk
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 26V402000 |
| Report Received Date | 6/24/2026 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Vehicles Affected | 741,195 |
| Completion Rate | 0% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
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.
Issue
Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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, are expected to be mailed August 3, 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.
