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Peak month8September 2020

20V-099

Feb 21

Ford

Rear axle differential fluid may be below the minimum level, possibly resulting in a failure of the rear axle assembly and driveshaft separation

Powertrain

319

Part replacement

20V-098

Feb 21

Ford

Incorrect location could put the heater too close to hot engine components, possibly resulting in a damaged cable

Engine and cooling

13,854

Part replacement

20V-097

Feb 21

Ford

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated…

Lighting

166,196

Software update

20V-072

Feb 10

Ford

Rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension

Suspension

211,207

Part replacement

Campaign 20V-099

Rear axle differential fluid may be below the minimum level, possibly resulting in a failure of the rear axle assembly and driveshaft separation

Manufacturer: Ford
Filed: February 21, 2020
Component: Powertrain
Vehicles affected: 319
Remedy: Part replacement
Recall type: Vehicle

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-550 and 2021 E-350 and E-450 vehicles. The rear axle differential fluid may be below the minimum level, possibly resulting in a failure of the rear axle assembly and driveshaft separation.

Consequence

If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied, unintended vehicle movement can occur and increase the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle differential fluid level and adjust it, or replace the rear axle as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S09.

Affected models

Ford E-350 2021 Ford E-450 2021 Ford F-550 2020

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