A faulty wiper motor could cause the wipers to stop working, posing a safety hazard in wet weather
Lincoln Corsair
By Keith Barry
Ford is recalling more than 600,000 Ford Explorer, Ford Escape, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair SUVs from the 2020 through 2022 model years because their windshield wipers may stop working. If you own a vehicle that’s included in this recall, a dealership will fix the problem for free.
The problem is due to a faulty wiper motor. Before the motor fails completely, drivers may notice that the wipers aren’t moving as quickly as they should. Ford says that an assembly issue is probably the cause.
Once a fix is available, the automaker will notify owners that they can make an appointment with a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the wiper motor.
According to Ford, there have been 1,374 warranty claims so far but no crashes or injuries related to this issue.
Ford and Lincoln Windshield Wiper Recall Details
Vehicles recalled: 2020-2022 Ford Escape, Ford Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Corsair SUVs manufactured between July 6, 2020, and Dec. 15, 2021.
The problem: An issue during assembly could have misaligned an electrical connection, which could cause wiper motors to lose functionality over time.
The fix: Ford and Lincoln dealerships will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wiper motors.
How to contact the manufacturer: Owners may call Ford at 866-436-7332.
NHTSA campaign number: 26V117. Ford’s own number for this recall is 26S14.
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