2020 Ford Escape | 2020 Ford Transit — Air bags: side/window
Published July 17, 2020 · Recall initiated: July 17, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V415000, published July 17, 2020. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2020 Ford Escape | 2020 Ford Transit — Air bags: side/window.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and Transit vehicles. The affected vehicles may have an improperly crimped diffuser in the side curtain air bags which may result in the diffuser detaching from the inflator in the event of an air bag deployment.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag modules, free of charge. An interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed August 3, 2020. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S35.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- ESCAPE
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2020 FORD ESCAPE | 2020 FORD TRANSIT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Ford Escape | 2020 Ford Transit — Air bags: side/window recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V415000 on July 17, 2020. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and Transit vehicles. The affected vehicles may have an improperly crimped diffuser in the side curtain air bags which may result in the diffuser detaching from the inflator in the event of an air bag deployment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag modules, free of charge. An interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed August 3, 2020. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S35.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: ESCAPE.