Ford · United States · Crit
Ford Explorer: Fuel system — and fittings
Affects Ford Explorer · 2020 — about 4K vehicles.
The hazard
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line, as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners and interim notification on January 29, 2020. Recall began March 23, 2020. A second notice will be sent once parts are available, expected to be late in the first quarter of 2020. A renotification letter was sent on July 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S49.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational