Improperly secured seat belt anchors
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured.
Safety Consequence
A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 30, 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26c18. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on march 19, 2026.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 26V159000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V159000?
NHTSA recall 26V159000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 17, 2026. It addresses: Improperly secured seat belt anchors. The recall affects approximately 561 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V159000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26C18. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.