Lincoln recalls 2026 Navigators due to driver seat malfunction

Lincoln Navigator recall overview:

• Who: Lincoln is recalling approximately 1,189 Navigator vehicles for the 2026 model year.
• Why: The vehicles have a defect that can cause the power driver seat to move without input, posing a safety risk.
• Where: The recall is effective in the United States.

Lincoln has recalled more than 1,000 of its 2026 Navigator SUVs due to a malfunction in the power driver seat, which can move unexpectedly and pose a driving hazard.

The Lincoln Navigator recall was announced on March 3 and affects 1,189 Lincoln Navigators.

The issue stems from a software glitch in the obstacle detection system, which can cause the driver’s seat to move without input while the vehicle is traveling at low speeds, specifically below 5 kph (approximately 3 mph).

This unexpected movement can override manual seat adjustments, leading to a potential risk of the seat moving all the way back and affecting driver control.

According to the Ford recall notice, “The Driver’s Seat Module software does not correctly cancel the automatic reversal motion,” which results in the seat’s “bounce-back” effect.

Ford, the manufacturer, has stated that there have been no reports of accidents or injuries associated with this issue so far.

Ford to issue software update for Lincoln Navigator

Ford has assured that the necessary software updates will be provided to correct this issue.

To address the problem, Ford will update the seat control modules in the affected Lincoln Navigator vehicles to deactivate the automatic reversal motion feature. This update will be available at no cost to the vehicle owners, either through a dealership visit or an over-the-air update.

Consumers seeking more information about the Lincoln recall can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Additionally, owners can verify if their vehicle is affected by using the vehicle identification number tool available on the NHTSA website.

Ford says it has not received any reports of injuries related to the Lincoln Navigator recall so far. The company is not currently facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions follows recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.

However, Ford is currently facing a class action lawsuit claiming it sold certain hybrid Escape and Lincoln Corsair hybrids with a battery defect that can cause them to catch fire and explode.

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