Ford Escape recall: Power Train:automatic Transmission
Official safety recall 20V550000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Nautilus | 2019 | United States |
| Lincoln Nautilus | 2020 | United States |
| Lincoln Corsair | 2020 | United States |
| Ford Transit Connect | 2019 | United States |
| Ford Transit Connect | 2020 | United States |
| Ford Edge | 2019 | United States |
| Ford Edge | 2020 | United States |
| Ford Escape | 2020 | United States |
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
The official remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.