Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V574000 Reported September 23, 2020

Seatbelt tension sensor malfunction

Ford Motor Company · N/A · 123 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V574000
Manufacturer Campaign
20S54
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
123
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 23, 2020
Completion Rate
91.87

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 expedition vehicles. the seat belt tension sensor may incorrectly classify a child occupant as an adult.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash, the incorrect classification would enable the passenger air bag to deploy instead of disabling it, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt buckle, 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 20s54.

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 20V574000 or campaign 20S54.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V574000

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

What is recall 20V574000?

NHTSA recall 20V574000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on September 23, 2020. It addresses: Seatbelt tension sensor malfunction. The recall affects approximately 123 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V574000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20S54. 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.