2020 Ford Explorer - Visual System

Recall Summary Ford is recalling approximately 649,000 vehicles from 2020-2022 (Ford Explorer, Escape, and Lincoln Corsair and Aviator models) because the windshield wiper motor may have been improperly manufactured and could fail, leaving wipers inoperable and reducing visibility while driving. Owners will receive mail notification from Ford instructing them to have a dealer inspect and replace the wiper motor if needed. This recall applies to vehicles in Canada.

Recalling firm
FORD
Product
Vehicles: 2020 FORD EXPLORER, 2020 FORD ESCAPE, 2020 LINCOLN CORSAIR, 2020 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2021 FORD ESCAPE, 2021 FORD EXPLORER, 2021 LINCOLN CORSAIR, 2021 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2022 FORD EXPLORER, 2022 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2022 LINCOLN CORSAIR, 2022 FORD ESCAPE. System: Visual System. Units affected: 54,078
Reason
Issue: On certain vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the motor could fail and cause the windshield wipers not to work. Safety Risk: Windshield wipers that don't work could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the windshield wiper motor.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
Canada
Agency
TC
Recall date
2026-03-03
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
Canada-wide

Official recall notice from TC

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/1b684092-d3fc-406c-9cde-6cc1c0a19a34