CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the right hand motor mount fasteners, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S72.
- 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
The right-hand engine motor mount fasteners on certain vehicles may have been tightened incorrectly, and they can loosen over time. A loose mount allows engine vibration to build up, which may cause the axle to disconnect from the engine and result in a loss of power.
Losing power unexpectedly raises the risk of a crash. If you own an affected vehicle, dealers will inspect and replace the right-hand motor mount fasteners at no cost to you. Ford will also notify owners directly.
Check whether your vehicle is included by entering your VIN on the NHTSA recall lookup or by contacting Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (recall 20S72). Schedule the free repair at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Explorer | 20202021 |
|---|---|
| Lincoln Aviator | 20202021 |