Damaged wiring may cause air bag malfunction
Defect Summary
Ford motor company, inc. (ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 lincoln mkx and 2019-2020 nautilus vehicles equipped with 16-way electric tilt seats. the seat cushion frame edge may contact the wire harness when the seat occupant uses the tilt function of the seat, potentially damaging one or more wires within the harness, which can result in either inadvertent deployment of the air bag or nondeployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
Safety Consequence
An air bag that deploys inadvertently increases the risk of a crash. an air bag that does not deploy in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install protective flocking tape onto the exposed edge of the 16-way seat cushion frames, and inspect the wire harness for damage, and repair or replace it as needed, free of charge. this recall began august 12, 2020. owners may contact ford/lincoln customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s37.
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FAQ: Recall 20V414000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V414000?
NHTSA recall 20V414000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 17, 2020. It addresses: Damaged wiring may cause air bag malfunction. The recall affects approximately 19,299 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V414000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20S37. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.