Recall of 2026 Lincoln Navigator Vehicles Due to Seat Software Issue
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Ford Motor Company is recalling 1,189 2026 Lincoln Navigator vehicles because the driver seat's obstacle detection software may malfunction, potentially causing the seat to reverse unexpectedly and increasing crash risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 9, 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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Recall Article
What Happened
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2026 Lincoln Navigator vehicles due to a potential malfunction in the obstacle detection software for the driver seat. This issue may cause the seat to reverse unexpectedly at low speeds while driving.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are 2026 Lincoln Navigator vehicles, with a total of 1,189 units involved. This recall is identified by NHTSA Campaign Number 26V120000 and Ford's recall number 26S11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) for the affected vehicles became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
What You Should Do
Owners should have the seat control module software updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, which will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 13, 2026, and owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information.
Why This Matters
The unexpected movement of the driver’s seat could impair the driver’s ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash and potential injuries.
Source
This recall information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For more details, visit the NHTSA website at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V120000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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