Replacement blower motor may short
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 ranger vehicles previously repaired under recall 19v-726. the service replacement heating, ventilating and air conditioning (hvac) blower motor that was installed may have an improper clearance between an electrical terminal and the conductive base plate that may result in an resistive electrical short.
Safety Consequence
A resistive electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the hvac blower motor, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began april 6, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s12.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Visibility.
FAQ: Recall 20V137000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V137000?
NHTSA recall 20V137000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 9, 2020. It addresses: Replacement blower motor may short. The recall affects approximately 5,384 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V137000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20S12. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.