2020 Ford Explorer - Seats And Restraints

Recall Summary Ford and Lincoln are recalling approximately 26,900 Explorer and Aviator vehicles from 2020-2026 because the seat fold switch trim on second-row outboard seats can become stuck, causing those seats to fold or move unexpectedly. This issue affects some vehicles that were previously repaired under a related recall and requires a second repair. An unexpectedly moving seat could increase injury risk in a crash.

Recalling firm: FORD
Product: Vehicles: 2020 FORD EXPLORER, 2020 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2021 FORD EXPLORER, 2021 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2022 FORD EXPLORER, 2022 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2023 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2023 FORD EXPLORER, 2024 FORD EXPLORER, 2024 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2025 FORD EXPLORER, 2025 LINCOLN AVIATOR, 2026 FORD EXPLORER, 2026 LINCOLN AVIATOR. System: Seats And Restraints. Units affected: 26,900
Reason: Issue: On certain vehicles the recall repairs completed by a Ford dealer during recall 25S67 (Transport Canada recall no. 2025-328) may not be effective. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles, the trim for the seat fold switch on the second-row outboard seats could become stuck. If this happens, the seat(s) could fold and/or move unexpectedly. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-328. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair. Safety Risk: A seat that folds and/or moves could increase the risk of injury in a crash....
Classification: Class I
Category: vehicle recall
Country: Canada
Agency: TC
Recall date: 2026-07-14
Status: Ongoing
Distribution: Canada-wide

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