NHTSA recall 20V-365 (20V365000)
power train recall reported June 23, 2020 - about 13 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V365000
- Also written as
- 20V-365
- Manufacturer number
- 20S33
- Reported
- June 23, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~13
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Super-Duty F-250, F-350, and F-550 diesel pickups. The transmission torque converter damper plate was not tempered, resulting in a brittle damper plate that may fracture and cause the engine to stall or require increased brake pedal effort in order to stop the vehicle.
Why it is dangerous
An engine stall or requiring additional braking effort to stop the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission assembly, free of charge. This recall began July 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S33.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-365 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.