Steering wheel hands-off detection alerts may fail
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 lincoln nautilus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 19v031. The lane center assist system may not adequately detect if a driver has their hands off the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.
Safety Consequence
Failure to alert the driver with the intended hands-off the wheel warnings may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the power steering control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 8. 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26s44. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will become searchable on nhtsa.gov on july 6, 2026.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Lane Departure.
FAQ: Recall 26V377000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V377000?
NHTSA recall 26V377000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on June 9, 2026. It addresses: Steering wheel hands-off detection alerts may fail. The recall affects approximately 1,013 vehicles, with the defect involving the Lane Departure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V377000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26S44. 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: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.