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Recall 20V-413

Ford Motor Company recalled the 2021 Ford F-650 SD and 1 other model: Structure (frame and members, underbody shields).

At a glance

Campaign number
20V-413
Reported
July 17, 2020
Vehicles affected
1,229 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-650 and F-750 trucks equipped with 7.3L gasoline engines. The underbody heat shield and other heat-protection components were not installed during assembly. Without these components, the interior cabin floor and seat attachments may reach elevated temperatures in certain driving conditions.

The risk

Skin contact with certain areas of the cabin interior floor or seat attachments in these high temperature conditions may cause injury.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing underbody heat shield, thermal insulator patch, seat base covers, and seat bolt covers, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 20S36.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles