NHTSA (USA)High Risk
2019 LINCOLN NAUTILUSNHTSA Campaign #18V806000
The official notice
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles that are not equipped with Adaptive Front Steering. The plastic cover on the driver frontal air bag module may detach during air bag deployment.
Safety Risk
If the air bag cover separates during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began December 7, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S38.
268 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 18S38Updated June 10, 2026