Ford: Missing Pedestrian Warning Sound (back Over Prevention)

Recall Summary Ford is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles because a software error may prevent the pedestrian warning sound from activating at certain speeds. Without this warning sound, pedestrians may not be alerted to an approaching vehicle, increasing injury risk. Ford is replacing the digital signal processing module in some Nautilus Hybrid models and is developing a fix for other affected vehicles.

Recalling firm

Ford Motor Company

Product

Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.

Reason

A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691. Any vehicles previously repaired under 25V691 must have the new remedy completed. Dealers will replace the digital signal processing module in Nautilus Hybrid vehicles equipped with 28 speakers, free of charge. The remedy is currently under development for all other Nautilus and Explorer Hybrid vehicles affected by this recall. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed...

Classification

Class II

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall date

2026-06-30

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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