Carlexica

NHTSA recall 20V-467 (20V467000)

electrical system recall reported August 10, 2020 - about 431 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
20V467000
Also written as
20V-467
Manufacturer number
20S40
Reported
August 10, 2020
Vehicles affected
~431
Component
electrical system

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-467 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Ford F-150 - 2020

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.