Ford Expedition: Forward collision avoidance — automatic emergency braking

Affects Ford Expedition · 2020 — about 25K vehicles.

The hazard

If the driver is unaware that the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not enabled, they may rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram software for the Body Control Module, Antilock Braking System, Instrument Panel Cluster and Headlamp Control Modules, and reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S20.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational