NHTSA recall 20V-550 (20V550000)
power train recall reported September 10, 2020 - about 97 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V550000
- Also written as
- 20V-550
- Manufacturer number
- 20S49
- Reported
- September 10, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~97
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
Why it is dangerous
Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-550 when calling a dealer.
Affected 5 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.