Recall 20V365000

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

Report Date
20200623
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Affected Vehicles
3 models

Defect Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Super-Duty F-250, F-350, and F-550 diesel pickups. The transmission torque converter damper plate was not tempered, resulting in a brittle damper plate that may fracture and cause the engine to stall or require increased brake pedal effort in order to stop the vehicle.

Safety Consequence

An engine stall or requiring additional braking effort to stop the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission assembly, free of charge. This recall began July 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S33.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2020 FORD F-250 SD
2020 FORD F-350 SD
2020 FORD F-550 SD

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.