CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay the fail-safe cooling strategy in the event of coolant loss and result in engine overheating.
- Risk
- If the engine overheats, it can result in engine damage and increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S60.
- 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
Certain vehicles have powertrain control module software with fail-safe temperature threshold values set higher than intended for the engine. If coolant is lost, the fail-safe cooling strategy may be delayed, allowing the engine to overheat.
An overheating engine can suffer engine damage and increases the risk of a fire. Owners should not ignore warning lights or temperature gauge readings that suggest overheating.
The remedy is free: an authorized dealer will update the powertrain control module software. Ford will also notify owners. You can check whether your vehicle's VIN has open recalls and contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall 20S60.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Transit Connect | 20192020 |
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