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2020 FORD EXPLORER Recalled by Ford Motor Company — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Date: November 24, 2020
Company: Ford Motor Company
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

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.

Affected Products

2020 FORD EXPLORER. 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.

Why Was This Recalled?

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.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 27, 2026. View original report