NHTSA Recall 19V687000: Electrical system: wiring
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,655 vehicles. It affects 2020 Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V687000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 19S32 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | September 30, 2019 |
| Owner notification | October 21, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.3L engines. The wiring harness may not have been properly secured and may contact the air conditioner compressor (A/C) pulley, potentially damaging the harness or the A/C belt.
Safety risk
The A/C pulley may rub through the wiring harness insulation and contact the unfused battery positive wire, resulting in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a tie strap to the wiring harness at the hand shock tower clip, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S32.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V687000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2020 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.