CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 E-350 and E-450 vehicles. A wire harness in the rear of the vehicle may contact the vehicle frame, resulting in damage to the circuits that support the fuel pump and the anti-lock braking system (ABS).
- Risk
- Damage to the fuel pump circuit in the wiring harness could result in an unexpected engine stall. Damage to the ABS wiring can lead to reduction of ABS functionality and a loss of roll stability control (RSC) functionality. These scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wire harness for damage. If no damage is found, dealers will apply anti-abrasion tape over the area and ensure clearance to surrounding components. If damage is found, dealers will splice in new wire and apply anti-abrasion tape over the area and ensure clearance to surrounding components. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S13.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A wire harness near the rear of these vehicles can contact the frame and become damaged. This can affect the circuits that power the fuel pump and the anti-lock braking system, potentially causing the engine to stall unexpectedly and reducing ABS and roll stability control function. Both situations increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the wire harness for damage. If none is found, they will apply anti-abrasion tape over the area and ensure proper clearance from surrounding components. If damage is found, they will splice in new wire, then apply the tape and check clearance. All work is performed free of charge.
Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing Ford recall number 20S13. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls, and schedule the free repair at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford E-350 | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Ford E-450 | 2021 |