2020 Lincoln Aviator - Seats And Restraints

Recall Summary Lincoln Aviators and Ford Explorers from 2020-2026, along with Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles, are being recalled because second-row outboard seat belt anchor bolts may be loose or missing. If a bolt is loose or missing, the seat belt could detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Ford will mail owners instructions to have a dealership inspect and repair the seat belt anchors.

Recalling firm
FORD
Product
Vehicles: 2020 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2020 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY (EXPLORER), 2020 FORD EXPLORER, 2021 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY (EXPLORER), 2021 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2021 FORD EXPLORER, 2023 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2024 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2025 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2025 FORD EXPLORER, 2025 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY (EXPLORER), 2026 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2026 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY (EXPLORER), 2026 FORD EXPLORER. System: Seats And Restraints. Units affected: 44
Reason
Issue: On certain vehicles, the second-row outboard seat belt anchor bolt(s) may be loose or missing. As a result, the seat belt(s) could detach in a crash. Safety Risk: A seat belt that detaches could increase the risk of injury in 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, install, tighten or replace seat belt anchor bolt(s).
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
Canada
Agency
TC
Recall date
2026-03-17
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
Canada-wide

Official recall notice from TC

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/1c31dcbf-9459-4278-a2be-04340b27f18f