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US recalls (2)
Seats: front assembly, power adjust
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. An unoccupied driver's seat may recline unintentionally during certain scenarios, such as remote unlock or remote start.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat back may trap a second-row occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will disable the driver seat module (DSM) feature until parts are available. Once available, the motor will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S53.
Seats: mid/rear assembly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles. The switch for the easy-entry second-row outer seats may bind or stick, resulting in the seats unlatching, tipping, or sliding unexpectedly.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A seat that moves unexpectedly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the bezel around the switch as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters explaining the safety risk were mailed August 19, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Lincoln Aviator owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S52. This recall expands Recall 25V393. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
Canadian recalls (1)
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Seats and restraints
2026-07-14 · campaign 2026-340
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the driver's seat could recline on its own when using certain remote features including remote door unlocking, remote start and/or approaching the vehicle with the key fob. As a result, the second-row passenger could become trapped between the seat and the seatback.
Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with memory seats.
Safety Risk:
A seat that reclines on its own could increase the risk of injury and/or entrapment.
Corrective actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints found for the 2027 Lincoln Aviator.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2027 Lincoln Aviator.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2027 LINCOLN AVIATOR SUV ICE AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2027 LINCOLN AVIATOR SUV ICE RWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2027 Lincoln Aviator version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Aviator AWD 3.0 L Automatic (S10) | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Aviator RWD 3.0 L Automatic (S10) | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.