Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #20V636000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V636000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2019-2020 transit connect vehicles equipped with 2 Includes 2,903 affected units, Engine May Overheat, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019-2020 transit connect vehicles equipped with 2

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 transit connect vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the powertrain control module (pcm) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. this may delay the fail-safe cooling strategy in the event of coolant loss and result in engine overheating.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the pcm software, free of charge. the recall began november 10, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s60.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V636000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2020-10-15T00:00:00
Subject: Engine may overheat
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 2,903

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20S60
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 transit connect vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the powertrain control module (pcm) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. this may delay the fail-safe cooling strategy in the event of coolant loss and result in engine overheating.
Consequence Summary: If the engine overheats, it can result in engine damage and increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the pcm software, free of charge. the recall began november 10, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s60.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 85.46

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