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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 25V196000

2019 Ford Transit Connect | 2020 Ford Transit Connect — Power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Published March 28, 2025 · Recall initiated: March 28, 2025

Summary

NHTSA records recall 25V196000, published March 28, 2025. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2019 Ford Transit Connect | 2020 Ford Transit Connect — Power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V-636. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay engine cooling and result in engine overheating.

What to do

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S32.

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Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
TRANSIT CONNECT
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2019 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT | 2020 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2019 Ford Transit Connect | 2020 Ford Transit Connect — Power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V196000 on March 28, 2025. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V-636. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay engine cooling and result in engine overheating.

What should I do if I have this product?

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S32.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: TRANSIT CONNECT.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)