Ford: Steering Wheel Hands-off Detection Alerts May Fail (lane Departure)
Recall Summary Ford is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles that were previously repaired under an earlier recall. The lane center assist system may fail to alert drivers when their hands are off the steering wheel for too long, which could increase crash risk. Ford will update the steering control software at no cost to owners.
- Recalling firm
- Ford Motor Company
- Product
- Component: LANE DEPARTURE. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 19V031. The lane center assist system may not adequately detect if a driver has their hands off the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.
- Reason
- Failure to alert the driver with the intended hands-off the wheel warnings may increase the risk of a crash. Remedy: Dealers will update the power steering control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6. 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S44. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-06-09
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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