Safety Recall 20S59 – Body Control Module Replacement – 2020 Ford Escape

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October 15, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V635000

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Malfunction

Low tire pressure may lead to poor vehicle handling and a possible loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V635

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company

Components TIRES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 689

 

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with a key-start ignition system. The Body Control Module (BCM) intermittently may not pick up the signal from the rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors or the Remote Key Fob. In the event of a low tire pressure condition, the TPMS system may not provide an adequate warning.

 

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the BCM, free of charge. Owners are advised that two key fobs are required for the repair to be completed. The recall began December 1, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 20S59.

 

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 

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REASON FOR THIS SAFETY RECALL

In some of the affected vehicles, the Body Control Module (BCM) Radio Frequency (RF) Receiver may not pick up the signal from the rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors or the Remote Key Fob (RKE). Drivers may experience:

  • Inadequate TPMS warning in the event of a low tire pressure condition.
  • Intermittent TPMS malfunction cluster warnings that may clear.
  • RKE fobs that operate only at a reduced distance from the vehicle.

 

SERVICE ACTION

Before demonstrating or delivering any new in-stock vehicles involved in this recall, dealers are to replace the BCM. This service must be performed on all affected vehicles at no charge to the vehicle owner.

 

Note: Two remote key fobs are required to be present in vehicle to complete the repair.

TPMS sensor replacement will not resolve this condition.

 

OWNER NOTIFICATION MAILING SCHEDULE

Owner letters are expected to be mailed the week of November 23, 2020. Dealers should repair any affected vehicles that arrive at their dealerships, whether or not the customer has received a letter.

 

PARTS REQUIREMENTS

Part Number Description Order Quantity Claim Quantity
LX6Z-15604-Y BCM 1 1

 


CERTAIN 2020 MODEL YEAR ESCAPE VEHICLES — BODY CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT

WARNING: Do not proceed unless you have a minimum of two keys present prior to beginning this procedure.

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Connect a battery charger to the battery to make sure it is charged to maintain proper battery voltage. Please follow the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures in Section 414-01.

2. Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) process for the Body Control Module (BCM) following the on-screen instructions. Please follow the WSM procedures in Section 418-01.

3. On the front passenger side, remove the retainers and the lower insulation panel. See Figure 1.

4. Using a trim tool, release the clips and remove the trim panel. See Figure 2.

5. Disconnect the BCM electrical connectors. See Figure 3.

6. Release the clips and remove and discard the BCM. See Figure 4.

7. Install the new BCM by reversing Steps 3 through 6, then proceed to Step 8.

NOTE: Verify at least 2 of the vehicle keys are available prior to carrying out this procedure.

8. Using the diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the BCM following the on-screen instructions. Please follow the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures in Section 418-01.

9. Train the tire pressure sensors. Please follow the WSM procedures in Section 204-04B.

10. Run the immobilizer application. Under the PCM tab, select the PCM – Passive Anti-Theft System Programming (PATS) procedure then, when prompted, select Module Initialization (Parameter Reset) and follow the on-screen instructions.

11. Using the diagnostic scan tool, carry out the BCM self-test (must include an on-demand self-test) and then repeat the self-test to confirm all Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC’s) have been cleared.

12. Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle battery. Please follow the WSM procedures in Section 414-01.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Federal law prohibits selling motor vehicle parts or components that are under safety, compliance, or emissions recall. Unless a part is requested to be returned to Ford, all parts replaced under this FSA must be scrapped in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal environmental protection and hazardous material regulations. Refer to the Parts Retention, Return, & Scrapping section of the FSA dealer bulletin for further information.

 


Ford Media Center

FORD MOTOR COMPANY ISSUES TWO SAFETY RECALLS IN NORTH AMERICA AND ONE SAFETY COMPLIANCE RECALL IN CANADA

Oct 19, 2020 | DEARBORN, Mich.

DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 19, 2020Ford Motor Company is issuing two safety recalls in North America and one safety compliance recall in Canada.

 

Safety recall for select 2019-20 Ford Transit Connect vehicles equipped with the 2.5-liter engine

In affected vehicles, the software calibration for the engine failsafe cooling strategy contains temperature threshold values that are higher than intended. In the event of elevated engine temperatures due to coolant loss, there will be a delay in vehicles invoking the failsafe cooling strategy, resulting in engine temperatures exceeding critical limits. Under severe cases, running the engine at temperatures above critical limits for prolonged periods of time could result in engine damage and increase the risk of fire.

Ford is not aware of any reports of accident, injury or fire related to this condition.

This action affects 2,903 vehicles in the U.S. and federal territories and 584 in Canada. Affected vehicles were built at Valencia Assembly Plant from Aug. 2, 2018, to July 30, 2020.

Dealers will update the powertrain control module. The Ford reference number for this recall is 20S60.

 

Safety recall for select 2020 Ford Escape vehicles

In affected vehicles, the tire pressure monitoring system may function in a reduced capacity and may intermittently fail to adequately warn a driver of low air pressure in the rear tires. Driving with low tire pressure could lead to poor vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Ford is not aware of any reports of accident or injury related to this condition.

This action affects 689 vehicles in the U.S. and 19 in Canada. Affected vehicles were built at Louisville Assembly Plant from June 26, to Aug. 14, 2020.

Dealers will replace the body control module. The Ford reference number for this recall is 20S59.

 

Safety compliance recall for select 201720 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 and GT500 vehicles in Canada only

In affected vehicles, the daytime running lamps may not activate as required. If the daytime running lights do not activate, the vehicle may be less visible to other drivers during the day. The reduced visibility of other drivers may increase the risk of a crash.

Ford is not aware of any reports of accident or injury related to this condition.

This action affects 833 vehicles in Canada. Affected vehicles were built at Flat Rock Assembly Plant from Sept. 22, 2016, to July 12, 2020.

Dealers will update the body control module software. The Ford reference number for this recall is 20C21.

 


 


1 Affected Product

Vehicle

MAKE MODEL YEAR
FORD ESCAPE 2020

 


11 Associated Documents

Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-20V635-4956.PDF 214.443KB

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – October 15, 2020 SUBJECT: NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD – Advance Notice – Safety Recall 20S59 Certain 2020 Model Year Escape Vehicles Body Control Module Replacement

RCMN-20V635-3603.pdf 113.156KB

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Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-20V635-1175.pdf 244.942KB

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Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-2

RCLQRT-20V635-8057.PDF 211.321KB

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ISSUED Renotification Notice

RCRN-20V635-6636.pdf 526.436KB

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD – Safety Recall 20S59 Certain 2020 Model Year Escape Vehicles Body Control Module Replacement

RCMN-20V635-2818.pdf 662.728KB

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Miscellaneous Document – Media Release re Safety recall for select 2019-20 Ford Transit Connect vehicles equipped with the 2.5-liter engine

RMISC-20V635-2132.pdf 321.26KB

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Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-20V635-1365.pdf 52.397KB

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Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-1

RCLQRT-20V635-0800.PDF 211.234KB

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Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2020-4

RCLQRT-20V635-0231.PDF 211.134KB

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Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-3

RCLQRT-20V635-0695.PDF 211.427KB

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Latest Recalls Documents

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