Ford: Wireless Seat Belt Reminder Malfunction (seat Belts)

Ford is recalling certain 2026-2027 Transit vehicles because the wireless seat belt reminder system in the rear seat belt buckles may malfunction and fail to alert occupants when a seat belt is unfastened. This defect increases the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seat belt buckles at no cost, with notification letters beginning in September 2026 and repairs available starting in December 2026.

Recalling firm

Ford Motor Company

Product

Component: SEAT BELTS. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Transit vehicles. The wireless seat belt reminder system (SBR) within the rear seat belt buckles may malfunction and fail to show a change in buckle status.

Reason

A faulty seat belt status indicator may fail to alert occupants to an unfastened seat belt, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear seat belts and replace the wireless seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S67. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this...

Classification

Class II

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall date

2026-09-09

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/c23e6163-2a4d-4e1d-8c71-b1379c999bb7