Ford Motor Company: Improperly Secured Seat Belt Anchors (26V159000)
Ford Motor Company: Improperly Secured Seat Belt Anchors (26V159000). Its units affected of 561 is above the median of 533 (51st percentile). Dated 232 days ago, it serves as a historical benchmark. Score 35/100. As of 2026-11-03, from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov.
Data as of · Compiled by Zalwin from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
units affected: 561 · 51th percentile of 871 NhtsaRecallPulse records · 1.1x the median
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Subject | Improperly Secured Seat Belt Anchors |
| NHTSA ID | 26V159000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 26C18 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Units potentially affected | 561 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The seat belt anchor bolts at the second-row outer seating positions may be improperly secured. |
| Consequence | A loose seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Dealers will inspect the second-row outer seat belt lower anchor bolts and replace or repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C18. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026. |
| units affected percentile | 51th of 871 (median 533, 1.1x median) |
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- Source agency: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
- Record date: 2026-03-17
- Data refreshed: 2026-11-03
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LIVE PUBLIC DATA Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov · Last refreshed: Tue, 03 Nov 2026 18:08:10 GMT
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Peer benchmark and outreach value: Ford Motor Company and 782 Vehicle peers
- Vehicle NhtsaRecallPulse records like this one: 782
- Ford Motor Company's units affected: 51st percentile of 871 records
- Timing: Low: older than 30 days
- Estimated pipeline if you contact every Vehicle peer: $156,400 (peers × rate × deal size; an estimate from your assumptions, not a forecast)
35 / 100 Recall Urgency Score
- Safety-critical component (seat belts).
- 561 units affected.
What is the NhtsaRecallPulse record for Ford Motor Company?
Ford Motor Company recall 26V159000: Improperly Secured Seat Belt Anchors, 561 units.
How does Ford Motor Company compare to other NhtsaRecallPulse records?
Its units affected of 561 sits in the upper half (51th percentile) of 871 records; the median is 533. It is 232 days old; check the official source for later updates before acting. Its Recall Urgency Score of 35/100 is modest; treat it as background rather than a priority.
Ford Motor Company vs. top 3 peers
| Organization | Location | Amount | Percentile | Record date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Motor Company | Vehicle | 561 | 51st | 2026-03-17 |
| Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC | Vehicle | 371 | 46th | 2026-09-24 |
| PACCAR Incorporated | Vehicle | 310 | 44th | 2026-10-14 |
| Daimler Trucks North America, LLC | Vehicle | 65 | 25th | 2026-08-24 |
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