Recall 23V626000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY Defect in 2020-2022 FORD EXPLORER

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RECALL This recall affects up to 2,954 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 23V626000
Manufacturer Ford Motor Company
Vehicles Affected 2,954
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0L PHEV engines. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.

Safety Consequence

Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will perform a Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford Motor Company's number for this recall is 23S53.

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