Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator Recall for Seat Belt Pretensioner
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Ford is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles due to a seat belt pretensioner issue that may prevent the belt from retracting or extending.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on June 14, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 419,967 units of the following vehicles:
- 2018-2022 Ford Expedition
- 2018-2022 Lincoln Navigator This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recalls 24V099 and 25V197. Vehicles previously inspected or repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
What You Should Do
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S34.
Why This Matters
Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V344000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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