NHTSA Campaign 20V730000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Issued by Ford Motor Company · Reported Nov 24, 2020 · 17 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines and 19 gallon fuel tanks. The fuel tank inlet check valve may not be fully welded to the fuel tank shell.

Consequence

An incomplete weld securing the inlet check valve to the fuel tank shell could result in a substantial fuel leak during a crash, increasing the risk of fire.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank shell, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S68.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FORD EXPLORER 2020 17

Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V730000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.