Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #20V470000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V470000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2020 lincoln corsair vehicles Includes 2,965 affected units, Rear Coil Springs may Fracture, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2020 lincoln corsair vehicles

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 lincoln corsair vehicles. there may be insufficient clearance between the rear coil springs and the rear toe link brackets possibly allowing the components to make contact, resulting in the coil springs breaking.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for proper clearance between the toe link bracket and coil spring. if necessary, the toe link bracket edge will be trimmed according to the service procedure and a new coil spring will be installed, free of charge. the recall began november 4, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s41.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V470000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2020-08-10T00:00:00
Subject: Rear coil springs may fracture
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 2,965

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20S41
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 lincoln corsair vehicles. there may be insufficient clearance between the rear coil springs and the rear toe link brackets possibly allowing the components to make contact, resulting in the coil springs breaking.
Consequence Summary: A fractured rear coil spring can affect vehicle handling. additionally, a broken rear coil spring may separate from the vehicle and potentially become a road hazard. either scenario can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for proper clearance between the toe link bracket and coil spring. if necessary, the toe link bracket edge will be trimmed according to the service procedure and a new coil spring will be installed, free of charge. the recall began november 4, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s41.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 95.21

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NHTSA ID: 20V470000
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Created At: 1742808662
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