Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2020 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.3L
— Recall Campaign #19V687000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.3L engines. The wiring harness may not have been properly secured and may contact the air conditioner compressor (A/C) pulley, potentially damaging the harness or the A/C belt.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 10,655 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V687000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 30, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V687000 |
| Units affected: | 10,655 |
- Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.3L engines. The wiring harness may not have been properly secured and may contact the air conditioner compressor (A/C) pulley, potentially damaging the harness or the A/C belt.
- Consequeces:
- The A/C pulley may rub through the wiring harness insulation and contact the unfused battery positive wire, resulting in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a tie strap to the wiring harness at the hand shock tower clip, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S32.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.