Windshield wiper/washer: motorRecall 26V-117 · Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 26V-117 covers 604,533 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for a windshield wiper/washer: motor problem, reported to NHTSA on March 3, 2026.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V117000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
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 repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from July 6, 2020 to December 15, 2021. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.