NHTSA Campaign Id 20V467000; Date: Aug. 10, 2020
electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire.
2020 Ford F-150
Component: Electrical System:starter Assembly
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 431
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 f-150 vehicles. an incorrect attachment nut may have been used to attach the battery positive (b+) power supply cable to the starter motor, possibly affecting the electrical conductivity, resulting in excess heat and electrical arcing.
ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter motor b+ power supply attachment nut, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin august 24, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s40.
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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