NHTSA Campaign Id 19V805000; Date: Nov. 12, 2019
inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. this condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
2019 Ford F-150; 2020 Ford F-150
Component: Electrical System:battery:cables
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 135,725
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 f-150 vehicles. the fastener securing the power distribution box (pdb) 12v cable and battery monitoring system (bms) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and braking or steering assist. the engine could also stall.
ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/bms/pdb joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin november 25, 2019. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 19s40.
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.
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