Recall 23V-626
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2020 to 2022 Ford Explorer and 1 other model: Electrical system (propulsion system, traction battery).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V-626
- Reported
- September 8, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 2,954 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0L PHEV engines. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
The risk
Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will perform a Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford Motor Company's number for this recall is 23S53.
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
- Ford Explorer 2020 to 2022
- Lincoln Aviator 2020 to 2022