# Ford Motor Company: Improperly Secured Seat Belt Anchors (26V159000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 35/100

| 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. |

## Why this score
- Safety-critical component (seat belts).
- 561 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V159000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.