CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V-636. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay engine cooling and result in engine overheating.
- Risk
- An engine that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S32.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2019 and 2020 Ford Transit Connect vehicles were previously repaired under an earlier recall, but that repair was done incorrectly. The powertrain control module software contains fail-safe temperature threshold values set higher than intended for the engine. As a result, engine cooling may be delayed, allowing the engine to overheat.
An overheating engine increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.
An authorized Ford dealer will update the powertrain control module software at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2025. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall number 25S32), and check your VIN for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Transit Connect | 20192020 |
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