Ford F-150 Recall 19V805: Loose Battery Cable Can Stall Engine, Cause Fire Risk

What this recall means for you

A fastener that secures the positive battery terminal connections, including the Power Distribution Box cable and Battery Monitoring System eyelets, may loosen over time. When it does, instrument panel displays and braking or steering assist can stop working, and the engine could stall. A loose connection can also create a resistive short, which raises the risk of a fire.

Inoperative systems, a sudden stall, or reduced braking and steering assistance can increase the chance of a crash. If you own an affected vehicle, contact an authorized Ford dealer or Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 19S40. Ford will notify owners, and the inspection and repair are free of charge.

The dealer will inspect the positive battery cable, BMS, and PDB joint, remove any excess sealant adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener as needed. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls on NHTSA or Ford's website.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V805Ford Motor Company

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and braking or steering assist. The engine could also stall.
Risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S40.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Ford F-150	2019 2020