FORD EXPLORER 2020: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V730000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | EXPLORER | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-12-08 | 2020-11-24 | 2020-11-24 |
Production Dates: 2018-11-21 - 2019-08-21
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20S68
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 17
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines and 19 gallon fuel tanks. The fuel tank inlet check valve may not be fully welded to the fuel tank shell.
An incomplete weld securing the inlet check valve to the fuel tank shell could result in a substantial fuel leak during a crash, increasing the risk of fire.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank shell, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S68.
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.
