Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 F-650 and F-750 trucks equipped with 7.3L gasoline
— Recall Campaign #20V413000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-650 and F-750 trucks equipped with 7.3L gasoline engines. The underbody heat shield and other heat-protection components were not installed during assembly. Without these components, the interior cabin floor and seat attachments may reach elevated temperatures in certain driving conditions.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,229 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V413000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 17, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V413000 |
| Units affected: | 1,229 |
- Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-650 and F-750 trucks equipped with 7.3L gasoline engines. The underbody heat shield and other heat-protection components were not installed during assembly. Without these components, the interior cabin floor and seat attachments may reach elevated temperatures in certain driving conditions.
- Consequeces:
- Skin contact with certain areas of the cabin interior floor or seat attachments in these high temperature conditions may cause injury.
- Corrective action:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing underbody heat shield, thermal insulator patch, seat base covers, and seat bolt covers, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S36.
- 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.