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NHTSARecalled Nov 24, 2020 · #20V730000

Fuel Tank Inlet Check Valve Not Welded Properly

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines and 19 gallon fuel tanks. The fuel tank inlet check valve may not be fully welded to the fuel tank shell. An incomplete weld securing the inlet check valve to the fuel tank shell could result in a substantial fuel leak during a crash, increasing the risk of fire.

Product details

Product
  • Fuel Tank Inlet Check Valve Not Welded Properly
  • 2020 Explorer
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank shell, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S68.

View the official CPSC notice