Own a 2020 F-150? You May Have a Recall

Certain 2020 F-150s have a bad “B+ power supply attachment nut” on the starter, which could lead to a fire.

Ford today issued several recall notices for a variety of vehicles. Here’s what they said regarding the 2020 F-150:

Affected vehicles may have been built with an improper attachment nut used to fasten the positive battery cable (B+) to the starter motor. An improper attachment nut may not provide a secure connection to the starter or the required conductive properties. This could increase the potential for incremental heat generation during a vehicle start cycle, and electrical arcing, which could lead to a fire.

Ford is not aware of any reports of fire, accident or injury related to this condition. This action affects 431 vehicles in the U.S.

Affected vehicles were built at Kansas City Assembly Plant from June 30 to July 1, 2020.

Dealers will replace the starter motor B+ power supply attachment nut. The Ford reference number for this recall is 20S40.