Ford: Windshield Wipers May Fail
Ford is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles because the windshield wiper motor may fail and stop working properly. Failed wipers reduce visibility and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors for free, with notification letters starting in March 2026 and the remedy available in May 2026.
- Recalling firm
- Ford Motor Company
- Product
- Component: VISIBILITY. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
- Reason
- Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed March 9, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-03-03
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/9fdd0aa7-c8d7-445e-a5d4-b5d5f9ae4dff