Recall 26V-117: 2020–2022 Ford Escape, 2020–2022 Ford Explorer and 2 more
Ford Motor Company recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Mar 3, 2026, covering about 604,533 vehicles.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
The risk
Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V117000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Escape | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Ford Explorer | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Lincoln Corsair | 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V-117?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.
How is recall 26V-117 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.