Ford Ranger recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 9, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2019 Ford Ranger

Recall number

20V137000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,384 units

Why it was recalled

A resistive electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles previously repaired under recall 19V-726. The service replacement Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower motor that was installed may have an improper clearance between an electrical terminal and the conductive base plate that may result in an resistive electrical short.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the HVAC blower motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S12.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.