Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, NHTSA NEWS—MOTOR VEHICLES—Ford recalls nearly 420,000 vehicles due to seat belt concerns, (Jun 5, 2026)
Organizations Mentioned:Ford Motor Co.
By Joe Cox, J.D.
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling approximately 419,967 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. In the vehicles in question, the seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend. Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Note: This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recalls 24V099 and 25V197. Vehicles previously inspected or repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 26V344, Report receipt date: May 27, 2026).
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026.
Contact information. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S34.
Companies: Ford Motor Co.
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