Ford Recalls Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid Vehicles
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Ford is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles due to a software error that may prevent the pedestrian warning sound.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 1, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" 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 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds. This is an expansion of Recall 25V691.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles, with 66,383 units potentially affected. Affected models include Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid (2024-2027) and Ford Explorer Hybrid (2025-2027).
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the digital signal processing module in Nautilus Hybrid vehicles equipped with 28 speakers, free of charge. The remedy is currently under development for all other affected vehicles. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 03, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S51. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 7, 2026.
Why This Matters
A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V415000. https://www.nhtsa.gov
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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