Quick Answer (TL;DR)
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2023 FORD EXPEDITION vehicles. The reported issue: Center Console (NHTSA campaign 26V368000, reported June 9, 2026). The remedy: dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary. If the defect persists after the fix, or your dealer can't complete the repair within 30 days, you may qualify for a buyback, replacement, or cash compensation under your state's lemon law.
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Recall at a Glance
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign | 26V368000 |
| Date Reported | June 9, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Affected Vehicles | Pending NHTSA publication |
| Model Years | 2023 |
| Models Covered | FORD EXPEDITION |
| Defect | Center Console |
| Safety Consequence | Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S38. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 10, 2026. |
| FORD Customer Service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| Lemon Law Severity | STANDARD |
What Is the Defect?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Expedition vehicles. The chrome plating on the center console may bubble and peel, resulting in sharp edges.
The Safety Consequence
Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury. NHTSA has determined this defect warrants a formal safety recall. The remedy must be completed by an authorized FORD dealer; owners should not delay scheduling the fix.
The Manufacturer's Remedy
Ford Motor Company will provide the following remedy free of charge: dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary. Owners may contact FORD customer service at 1-866-436-7332 — referencing NHTSA campaign 26V368000.
Owner Timeline — What to Expect (Weeks 1-4)
For most EXPEDITION owners, the recall repair follows a predictable path. Here's the typical 30-day window — and where lemon-law rights start to apply if it goes off track:
Confirm your VIN at NHTSA.gov. If included, FORD mails an owner notification letter. Schedule the repair at any authorized FORD dealer.
Dealer performs the remedy (dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary). Save the repair order with date, mileage, technician notes, and recall campaign number.
Drive normally and watch for any return of the defect. Log mileage, location, and time of any incident.
If the defect returns, if dealer can't complete the fix within 30 days, or if a second repair fails — you may qualify under your state's lemon law. Call us.
Does This Qualify for Lemon Law?
A recall by itself does not automatically qualify a vehicle as a lemon. What matters is whether the defect is fixed after reasonable repair attempts. Most state lemon laws require:
- Substantial impairment to safety, value, or use of the vehicle (the center console clearly qualifies)
- A reasonable number of repair attempts (typically 3-4 for the same issue, or 1-2 for safety defects)
- OR 30+ cumulative days out of service for warranty repairs
- The defect persists despite the manufacturer's attempt to fix
Recall 26V368000 helps a lemon-law claim two ways: (1) the recall itself is documented evidence the defect exists, and (2) if the manufacturer's remedy doesn't permanently fix the center console — or introduces a new problem — that failed remedy is exactly what lemon law was designed to address. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act adds an additional layer of protection that typically requires the manufacturer to pay your attorney fees.
Your Lemon Law Rights by State
Easy Lemon reviews Expedition recall and repeat-repair cases under state lemon law. Lemon-law statutes vary by state — here are key jurisdictions where we have deep state-court experience:
Texas
24 months / 24K miles. 4 repair attempts (or 2 for serious safety defects).
Arizona
24 months / 24K miles. 4 repair attempts or 30+ calendar days out of service.
New York
24 months / 18K miles. 4 repair attempts or 30+ days out of service. Among the most consumer-friendly.
New Jersey
24 months / 24K miles. 3 repair attempts or 20+ calendar days out of service.
Free VIN Lookup — Is Your EXPEDITION Affected?
Check your 17-character VIN against NHTSA campaign 26V368000
Enter your VIN below — we'll open the official NHTSA recall lookup in a new tab so you can verify whether your specific EXPEDITION is covered.
Prefer to talk to a lemon-law attorney first? Get a free case review — we'll handle the VIN check and tell you whether you qualify under your state's lemon law.
What to Do Right Now
- Check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls to confirm your 2023 FORD EXPEDITION is included in campaign 26V368000.
- Schedule the recall repair at an authorized FORD dealer (1-866-436-7332). The repair is free of charge.
- Save every repair order. Get a paper or digital copy showing date, mileage, technician notes, and campaign number 26V368000.
- Document any incidents. If the defect returns after the recall fix, log the date, time, mileage, road conditions — and photos or video if safe. This evidence is critical for a lemon-law claim.
- Contact a lemon law attorney if the defect returns, if your dealer can't complete the fix within 30 days, or if your VIN is on a do-not-drive list. Get a free case review here.
Past FORD Lemon-Law Settlements
Easy Lemon helps owners turn repeat repairs into a lemon law claim. Three representative outcomes:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 2026 FORD EXPEDITION center console recall covered by lemon law?
Yes, if the defect substantially impairs the safety, value, or use of your 2023 FORD EXPEDITION and cannot be repaired after reasonable attempts. NHTSA campaign 26V368000 itself is documented evidence the center console exists — strengthening any lemon-law claim under state law and federal Magnuson-Moss.
What if my FORD dealer can't perform the recall repair?
If Ford Motor Company or its dealer network cannot complete the recall repair for campaign 26V368000 within roughly 30 cumulative days, that delay can independently qualify the vehicle under state lemon law as an inability-to-repair — even if you never had a failed repair attempt.
Do I need to complete the recall repair before filing a lemon-law claim?
In most cases, yes. Courts and arbitrators expect Ford Motor Company to be given an opportunity to cure the defect. Recommended path: complete the dealer's recall repair first, document each visit, and file a lemon-law claim only if the defect persists or the dealer can't perform the fix within 30 days.
How much can I recover under FORD lemon law for the 26V368000 recall?
Three outcomes are common for owners of the affected 2023 FORD EXPEDITION: a manufacturer buyback (full purchase price minus a mileage-use deduction), a comparable replacement vehicle, or cash compensation if you keep the vehicle. Federal Magnuson-Moss claims can also recover attorney fees — typically paid by Ford Motor Company, not by you.
How do I check if my EXPEDITION VIN is affected by recall 26V368000?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If your VIN is included in NHTSA campaign 26V368000, you'll see the open recall listed. You can also call FORD customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with your VIN, or use the free VIN check on the Easy Lemon contact page to learn about your lemon-law rights.
How long do I have to file a lemon-law claim for the EXPEDITION recall?
Filing deadlines vary by state and are often short: Florida requires an arbitration request no later than 60 days after the Lemon Law rights period ends; Texas and Arizona require an action to begin within 6 months of the earliest of warranty expiration or 24 months / 24,000 miles; New York allows 4 years from the date of original delivery. Deadlines in other states differ, and a federal Magnuson-Moss claim may run on its own timeline. Confirm your state deadline with an attorney before relying on it. Document every repair visit for the 26V368000 fix and contact a lemon-law attorney early to preserve your rights.
What is the remedy for the FORD EXPEDITION recall 26V368000?
Ford Motor Company's remedy is: dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary. The fix is provided free of charge under federal recall law. If the remedy fails to fix the center console, that failed remedy strengthens your lemon-law case — keep the dealer's repair order and any post-repair incident logs.
Does the center console count as a safety defect?
Yes. NHTSA classifies the center console as a safety issue: vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury. Safety defects typically qualify for lemon-law relief faster than non-safety issues — some state statutes require fewer repair attempts (as few as one or two) for documented safety defects.
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