NHTSA Recall 20V098000: Engine and electrical (equipment)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 13,854 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Ford F-150.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V098000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20S08 |
| Components | ENGINE; EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL |
| Report received | February 21, 2020 |
| Owner notification | April 9, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2016 F-150 pick-up trucks equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines and block immersion heaters that were potentially relocated from their originally installed location. The incorrect location could put the heater too close to hot engine components, possibly resulting in a damaged cable.
Safety risk
A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the block heater's location and its cable, replacing components as necessary, free of charge. If the replacement parts are not available, dealers will disable the existing block heater cable from being used until parts become available. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S08.
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 20V098000
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.