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2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator recall: critical fasteners

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on August 21, 2020. It covers about 488 vehicles.

vehicles affected
488
reported
Aug 21, 2020
owners notified
Sep 10, 2020
related complaints
6

Air bags: critical fasteners

What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and 2020 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The side air bag and/or seat back module attachments may not have been properly tightened in the front seat backs.
Risk
If the side air bag or seat back fasteners were not properly tightened, the side air bag deployment could be affected, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove front seat back panels from one or both front seats (VIN-specific) and verify that the fasteners have been properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S48.

Recall number 20V497000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 6 complaints about airbags problems.

Questions about recall 20V497000

Is there a recall on the 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator critical fasteners?

Yes. Recall 20V497000, reported on August 21, 2020, covers about 488 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V497000?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove front seat back panels from one or both front seats (VIN-specific) and verify that the fasteners have been properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S48.

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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