Recall 26V415000: Ford Motor Company, forward collision avoidance: warnings:external/pedestrian alert
Reported 2026-06-30 · vehicle recall · 66,383 units
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Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles. A software error may prevent the vehicle from making the pedestrian warning sound at certain speeds.
Risk
A vehicle that does not produce a warning sound may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Note: This is an expansion of Recall 25V691. Any vehicles previously repaired under 25V691 must have the new remedy completed. Ford will release an over-the-air (OTA) update or dealers will update the APIM software, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will replace the digital signal processing module in Nautilus Hybrid vehicles equipped with 28 speakers, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S51. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 7, 2026.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | EXPLORER HYBRID | 2025 |
| FORD | EXPLORER HYBRID | 2026 |
| FORD | EXPLORER HYBRID | 2027 |
| LINCOLN | NAUTILUS HYBRID | 2024 |
| LINCOLN | NAUTILUS HYBRID | 2025 |
| LINCOLN | NAUTILUS HYBRID | 2026 |
| LINCOLN | NAUTILUS HYBRID | 2027 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 26S51 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | MFR |
| Owner letters | 2026-08-07 |
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