Windshield wiper/washer: linkagesRecall 26V-204 · Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 26V-204 covers 422,613 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for a windshield wiper/washer: linkages problem, reported to NHTSA on March 31, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 16% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V204000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.
The risk
Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 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 October 25, 2021 to December 31, 2022. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.