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. |
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Consequence:
Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire. |
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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. |
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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. |