Ford Explorer recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 4, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2020 Ford Explorer, Aviator

Recall number

19V859000

Brand / firm

Ford, Lincoln

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3,857 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. Over time, the protective sleeve on the vapor fuel line may chafe through the plastic liquid fuel line and cause a fuel leak.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line, as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners and interim notification on January 29, 2020. Recall began March 23, 2020. A second notice will be sent once parts are available, expected to be late in the first quarter of 2020. A renotification letter was sent on July 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S49.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.