2020-2021 Ford E-350, Ford E-450 and others recall: differential unit
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on February 21, 2020. It covers about 319 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 319
- reported
- Feb 21, 2020
- owners notified
- Mar 19, 2020
- related complaints
- 3
Power train: driveline: differential unit
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 20V099000
Affected vehicles
- Ford E-350 2021 2021
- Ford E-450 2021 2021
- Ford F-550 2020 2020
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 20V099000
Is there a recall on the 2020-2021 Ford E-350, Ford E-450 and others differential unit?
Yes. Recall 20V099000, reported on February 21, 2020, covers about 319 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 20V099000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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