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Ford Recall 20S68: Fuel Tank Inlet Check Valve Not Welded Properly
2020 Ford Explorer
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.
Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage
- Summary
- 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.
- Actions
- 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.
- Documents (4)
- Recall Acknowledgement
- Defect Notice 573 Report
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Dealer Notification re NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Safety Recall 20S68 Certain 2020 Model Year Explorer Vehicles Equipped with a 2.3L Engine Nineteen Gallon Fuel Tank Incomplete Weld
- ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
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