2022 Ford Explorer | 2021 Ford Explorer | 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2022 Lincoln Aviator | 2020 Ford Explorer | 2020 Lincoln Aviator — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
Published September 11, 2023 · Recall initiated: September 8, 2023
Summary
NHTSA records recall 23V626000, published September 11, 2023 and initiated September 8, 2023. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2022 Ford Explorer | 2021 Ford Explorer | 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2022 Lincoln Aviator | 2020 Ford Explorer | 2020 Lincoln Aviator — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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 1-866-436-7332. Ford Motor Company's number for this recall is 23S53.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- EXPLORER
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2022 FORD EXPLORER | 2021 FORD EXPLORER | 2021 LINCOLN AVIATOR | 2022 LINCOLN AVIATOR | 2020 FORD EXPLORER | 2020 LINCOLN AVIATOR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2022 Ford Explorer | 2021 Ford Explorer | 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2022 Lincoln Aviator | 2020 Ford Explorer | 2020 Lincoln Aviator — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V626000 on September 11, 2023. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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 1-866-436-7332. Ford Motor Company's number for this recall is 23S53.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: EXPLORER.