Ford recalls 387,911 SUVs over unsafe second-row seats

Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 388,000 SUVs due to a defect that can cause second-row seats to move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of occupant injury during a crash. The recall, announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, affects approximately 387,911 vehicles, including certain 2020-2026 Ford Explorer and 2020-2027 Lincoln Aviator models.

The safety issue involves the plastic bezel surrounding the easy-entry switch on the outer second-row seats. According to the NHTSA, this bezel can become misaligned or unseated, causing the switch to bind or stick in the pressed position. When this occurs, the seat may unlatch, tip forward, or slide without warning while the vehicle is in motion, potentially failing to properly restrain an occupant in a collision.

This action expands a previous recall, designated 25V393, which was initiated in June 2025. At that time, Ford believed the problem was limited to incorrectly installed bezels from a supplier. However, subsequent field reports revealed the issue was more persistent. As of June 16, 2026, Ford's Critical Concern Review Group had identified 14 reports of unintended second-row seat movement while driving....