SAFETY RECALLCampaign status: Open

Ford recalls 11,623 2026-2027 Lincoln Hybrid models for transmission shift issue

Ford will replace the Integrated Park Module free of charge after notifying owners starting November 2, 2026.

By Drive Edition NewsroomOctober 27, 20261 min read

Lincoln Corsair Hybrid · 2027
Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid · 2026–2027

11,623 vehicles in the US. Only vehicles in the campaign are affected — your VIN tells you for sure.

Check Your VIN on NHTSA Open — the automaker will notify owners

What to Do

Ford will replace the Integrated Park Module free of charge and notify owners by mail starting November 2, 2026.

1Check if your vehicle's VIN is included in the recall by visiting NHTSA.gov/recalls starting October 26, 2026.
2Contact your Ford dealer to schedule a free repair once notified.
3Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information.
4Watch for official recall notification letters from Ford starting November 2, 2026.

Ford recalls 11,623 2026-2027 Lincoln Hybrid models for transmission shift issue — Drive Edition graphic

NHTSA Campaign

26V-688

Vehicles Affected

11,623

Report Date

October 20, 2026

What Is the Problem?

Corrosion in the transmission's park lock actuator circuit board can cause the vehicle to unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving.

Safety Risk

Unexpected shifting into neutral can lead to sudden loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.

Affected Vehicles

Model	Model years	Production range
Lincoln Corsair Hybrid	2027
Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid	2026–2027

Ford Motor Company is recalling 11,623 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid (2026-2027) and Lincoln Corsair Hybrid (2027) vehicles due to a transmission defect that can cause the vehicle to unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving. This issue is caused by corrosion in the transmission's park lock actuator circuit board.

If the vehicle shifts into neutral without warning, it can result in a sudden loss of drive power, which increases the risk of a crash.

What Ford is doing

Ford dealers will replace the Integrated Park Module (IPM) at no cost to owners. Ford plans to send interim notification letters to owners starting November 2, 2026, to inform them of the safety risk. Additional letters will be mailed once the repair is available.

Recall details and owner resources

Recall campaign number: 26V688000
Affected models: 2026-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid, 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid
Number of vehicles affected: 11,623
VINs searchable on NHTSA.gov starting October 26, 2026
Ford customer service contact: 1-866-436-7332
Ford recall reference number: 26S75

Key Takeaways

• Certain 2026-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid vehicles may unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving.
• The issue is caused by corrosion in the transmission’s park lock actuator circuit board.
• Ford will replace the Integrated Park Module free of charge and notify owners starting November 2, 2026.

Helpful answers

Recall Questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

The recall affects 2026-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid vehicles.

What is the safety risk involved?

The vehicles may unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

How will Ford fix the problem?

Ford dealers will replace the Integrated Park Module free of charge to correct the issue.

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Official Contacts

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Important

Recall details come from official NHTSA and manufacturer campaign data. Confirm eligibility for your vehicle by VIN.

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What Ford is doing

Recall details and owner resources

Recall campaign number: 26V688000
Affected models: 2026-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid, 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid
Number of vehicles affected: 11,623
VINs searchable on NHTSA.gov starting October 26, 2026
Ford customer service contact: 1-866-436-7332
Ford recall reference number: 26S75

Key Takeaways

• Certain 2026-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid vehicles may unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving.

• The issue is caused by corrosion in the transmission’s park lock actuator circuit board.

• Ford will replace the Integrated Park Module free of charge and notify owners starting November 2, 2026.

Recall Questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

The recall affects 2026-2027 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid vehicles.

What is the safety risk involved?

The vehicles may unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

How will Ford fix the problem?

Ford dealers will replace the Integrated Park Module free of charge to correct the issue.

Am I Affected?

What to Do

What Is the Problem?

Safety Risk

Affected Vehicles

What Ford is doing

Recall details and owner resources

Key Takeaways

Recall Questions

Stay Informed

Sources

Comments

Official Contacts

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Am I Affected?

What to Do

What Is the Problem?

Safety Risk

Affected Vehicles

What Ford is doing

Recall details and owner resources

Key Takeaways

Recall Questions

Stay Informed

Sources

Comments

Official Contacts

Important

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