Celebrity SUVs at Risk: Ford Recalls Luxury Vehicles Popular with A-Listers

Celebrity-Favorite SUVs Face Massive Safety Recall

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) dropped a bombshell announcement Thursday that has Hollywood’s elite checking their garages. Over 105,000 luxury SUVs – specifically Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators from 2018-2020 – are being recalled due to potentially dangerous seatbelt issues.

These high-end vehicles, long favored by A-listers for their spacious interiors and tinted windows, might be hiding a serious safety flaw that could leave celebrities (and everyday owners) vulnerable in the event of a crash.

The Safety Issue Affecting Stars’ Favorite Rides

According to the NHTSA report, the problem centers around the vehicles’ seatbelt pretensioners – those crucial mechanisms that tighten your seatbelt during a collision. In affected vehicles, these pretensioners may unexpectedly lock, preventing the seatbelt from properly extending or retracting.

This isn’t just an inconvenience. In a crash scenario, this malfunction could seriously compromise occupant safety – whether you’re a famous face or not. For celebrities who often travel with family members (including young children), this recall represents a significant safety concern.

Which Celebrity-Owned Vehicles Are Affected?

The Lincoln Navigator, in particular, has developed a reputation as the ultimate celebrity status symbol in recent years. Its combination of imposing presence and understated luxury has made it a favorite among musicians, actors, and professional athletes alike.

The Ford Expedition, while slightly less flashy than its Lincoln counterpart, remains popular with stars who need substantial space for family and entourage transportation. Both vehicles feature prominently in paparazzi shots outside high-end restaurants and premiere events.

No-Cost Repairs Offered to All Owners

The good news for affected owners – famous or not – is that Ford is addressing this issue with appropriate seriousness. Authorized dealers will inspect the seatbelt retractor date codes in recalled vehicles and replace any problematic components completely free of charge.

While Ford hasn’t released information about when owners will be notified, industry insiders suggest the company is prioritizing this recall due to the safety-critical nature of seatbelt systems and the high-profile clientele often associated with these luxury models.

For those who use these vehicles for family transportation, the prompt resolution of this issue is particularly important. Many celebrity parents are notably cautious about vehicle safety, often investing in additional protective features for their children’s transportation.

Is Your Vehicle Affected by This Recall?

If you own a 2018-2020 Ford Expedition or Lincoln Navigator (or regularly spot one in your favorite star’s social media posts), you’ll want to check whether your specific vehicle is included in this recall.

Vehicle owners can visit the NHTSA recall website and enter their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to determine if their specific SUV is affected. While celebrities likely have personal assistants handling such matters, the rest of us should take this safety notice seriously.

This recall serves as a reminder that even the most luxurious vehicles driven by the most famous people aren’t immune to safety concerns. When it comes to automotive safety, we’re all in the same boat – or in this case, the same potentially problematic SUV.