NHTSA Recall 23V626000
NHTSA Campaign Id 23V626000; Date: Sep. 8, 2023
battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2020 Ford Explorer; 2021 Ford Explorer; 2022 Ford Explorer; 2020 Lincoln Aviator; 2021 Lincoln Aviator; 2022 Lincoln Aviator
Component: Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 2,954
Recall Summary:
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 lincoln aviator and ford explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0l phev engines. a manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
How to Fix:
dealers will perform a battery energy control module (becm) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 2, 2023. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford motor company's number for this recall is 23s53.
Recall 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.nhtsa.gov.
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