Recall 20S56 – Front Axle may be Improperly Welded

An improperly welded axle may affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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An improperly welded axle may affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V576000
  • Manufacturer Ford Motor Company
  • Components POWER TRAIN
  • Potential Number of Units Affected 9,628

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 F-250 and F-350, single rear wheel and dual rear wheel, 4X4 vehicles. The front axles may contain a wheel end yoke that was not properly welded to the axle tube end.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners and dealers will inspect the front axle wheel yoke weld location. If the weld is found to be inaccurately located, the axle assembly will be replaced free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 20S56.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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