Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #20V692000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V692000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2014-2016 explorer, 2014-2015 taurus and 2014 edge vehicles equipped with 2 Includes 15,587 affected units, Link Shaft Brackets May Fracture, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2014-2016 explorer, 2014-2015 taurus and 2014 edge vehicles equipped with 2

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 explorer, 2014-2015 taurus and 2014 edge vehicles equipped with 2.0l or 2.3l engines and front wheel drive. the support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk december 8, 2020. a second letter will be mailed when parts become available in january 2021. the recall began february 2, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s63.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V692000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2020-11-10T00:00:00
Subject: Link shaft brackets may fracture
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 15,587

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20S63
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 explorer, 2014-2015 taurus and 2014 edge vehicles equipped with 2.0l or 2.3l engines and front wheel drive. the support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.
Consequence Summary: The failed bracket could result in a loss of park function which can cause unintended vehicle movement, and loss of motive power while driving which increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk december 8, 2020. a second letter will be mailed when parts become available in january 2021. the recall began february 2, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s63.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 66.45

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NHTSA ID: 20V692000
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