Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V576000 Reported September 23, 2020

Front axle may be improperly welded

Ford Motor Company · Power Train · 9,628 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V576000
Manufacturer Campaign
20S56
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
9,628
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 23, 2020
Completion Rate
86.13

Defect 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.

Safety Consequence

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

Corrective Action

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.

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 20V576000 or campaign 20S56.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V576000

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

What is recall 20V576000?

NHTSA recall 20V576000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on September 23, 2020. It addresses: Front axle may be improperly welded. The recall affects approximately 9,628 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V576000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20S56. 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.