FORD — recall

Automotive · United States · 2024-09-13

Ford Explorer, 12-Volt battery cable may have an issue

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-09-13
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company
Models affected	EXPLORER
Model year	2024
Units affected	61
Defect	Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 3.3L Hybrid engines. The 12-Volt battery cable may chafe against the Belt-integrated Starter Generat (BiSG) and short circuit._x000D_ A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Remedy	Dealers will install a tie strap between the battery cable and high voltage cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 21, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S61.
Recall number	24V685000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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