Missing heat protection components
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021 f-650 and f-750 trucks equipped with 7.3l gasoline engines. the underbody heat shield and other heat-protection components were not installed during assembly. without these components, the interior cabin floor and seat attachments may reach elevated temperatures in certain driving conditions.
Safety Consequence
Skin contact with certain areas of the cabin interior floor or seat attachments in these high temperature conditions may cause injury.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing underbody heat shield, thermal insulator patch, seat base covers, and seat bolt covers, free of charge. the recall began september 28, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s36.
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FAQ: Recall 20V413000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V413000?
NHTSA recall 20V413000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 17, 2020. It addresses: Missing heat protection components. The recall affects approximately 1,229 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V413000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20S36. 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.