Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V263000 Reported May 8, 2020

Out of park warning message and chime too short

Ford Motor Company · Electrical System · 10,460 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V263000
Manufacturer Campaign
20S21
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
10,460
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 8, 2020
Completion Rate
86.54

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 expedition and 2019-2020 mustang vehicles. the "transmission not in park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.

Safety Consequence

If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement may result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. the recall began may 26, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s21.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 20V263000 or campaign 20S21.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V263000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V263000?

NHTSA recall 20V263000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 8, 2020. It addresses: Out of park warning message and chime too short. The recall affects approximately 10,460 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V263000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20S21. 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.