Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time.
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Ford Explorer Recall service at Coggin Ford Jacksonville in Jacksonville, FL
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Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time.
Consequence
With a loose motor mount, motor vibration may cause the axle to disconnect from the engine and could result in loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the right hand motor mount fasteners, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 8, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S72.
NHTSA campaign 20V788000 · 1,405 vehicles affected
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time.
Consequence
With a loose motor mount, motor vibration may cause the axle to disconnect from the engine and could result in loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the right hand motor mount fasteners, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 8, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S72.
5 common questions answered
NHTSA identifies one engine recall for the 2021 Ford Explorer. The right-hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened and could loosen as the vehicle is driven. If the mount becomes loose, engine vibration may allow the axle to disconnect from the engine, which can cause a loss of power and increase the risk of a crash. Waiting to check the VIN leaves uncertainty in place and may allow a safety concern to continue. Ford’s specified remedy is removal and replacement of the right-hand motor mount fasteners by an authorized dealer, free of charge to the owner.
Coggin Ford Jacksonville provides authorized Ford recall service for drivers in Jacksonville, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Jacksonville Beach, and nearby Northeast Florida communities. Factory-trained technicians use manufacturer diagnostic tools, Ford repair procedures, and OEM parts when completing the specified recall remedy. The engine recall involving the right-hand motor mount fasteners is repaired at no charge to the owner through the authorized franchise dealer. Located at 9650 Atlantic Blvd., Coggin Ford Jacksonville gives local drivers a reassuring place to verify recall status and address the issue with the equipment and expertise designed for Ford vehicles.
Start with a VIN check, even if you are unsure whether your 2021 Ford Explorer has an open recall or whether a previous owner completed the repair. Once the status is confirmed, bring the vehicle to Coggin Ford Jacksonville and schedule service for the manufacturer remedy. You can schedule an appointment with the service team and receive guidance about what to bring. The VIN check is free, and eligible recall repairs are performed at no charge, so there is no reason to delay confirming your vehicle’s status.
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