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Ford Expedition Recall 20V262: Pre-Collision Assist May Not Be Enabled, Raising Crash Risk

NHTSA campaign 20V262, reported May 8, 2020, 25,081 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

On certain 2020 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with the camera-only Pre-Collision Assist system, incorrect coding of interfacing modules means the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not turned on, and the driver cannot access the menu needed to enable it. Vehicles built with the optional radar-plus-camera system are not affected.

If you are unaware the feature is not enabled, you may rely on a safety system that will not work when you need it, which increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram software for several control modules and reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System at no cost to you. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls, and contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall number 20S20) with any questions.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V262Ford Motor Company
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with camera-only Pre-Collision Assist feature. Vehicles built with the optional radar-plus-camera Pre-Collision Assist system are not affected. Due to incorrect coding of interfacing modules, the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not enabled, and the driver cannot access the menu functions necessary to enable the Pre-Collision Assist feature.
Risk
If the driver is unaware that the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not enabled, they may rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram software for the Body Control Module, Antilock Braking System, Instrument Panel Cluster and Headlamp Control Modules, and reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S20.
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 Expedition2020
Lincoln Navigator2020