FORD F150 2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Make : FORD Model : F150 Year : 2020
Build Dates : 0000-00-00 - 0000-00-00
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 20V467000
Date Owner's Notified: 2020-08-25 Date Received by ODI: 2020-08-10 Date Added to Database: 2020-08-10
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20S40
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 431
Summary:
      Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain 2020 F-150 vehicles. An incorrect attachment nut may have been used to attach the battery positive "B+" power supply cable to the starter motor, possibly affecting the electrical conductivity, resulting in excess heat and electrical arcing.
Consequence:
      Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy:
      Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter motor B+ power supply attachment nut, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S40.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
Notes:
      Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.