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NHTSA Recall 20V467000: Starter assembly (electrical system)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 431 vehicles. It affects 2020 Ford F-150.

431
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (August 25)
NHTSA campaign20V467000
Manufacturer campaign20S40
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › STARTER ASSEMBLY
Report receivedAugust 10, 2020
Owner notificationAugust 25, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 vehicles. An incorrect attachment nut may have been used to attach the battery positive (B+) power supply cable to the starter motor, possibly affecting the electrical conductivity, resulting in excess heat and electrical arcing.

Safety risk

Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter motor B+ power supply attachment nut, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S40.

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 20V467000

Make and modelModel years
Ford F-1502020

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.