Ford Recall 19V-859: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Affected: 2020 Ford Explorer, 2020 Lincoln Aviator. Filed with NHTSA on December 4, 2019, covering about 3,857 vehicles.

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. Over time, the protective sleeve on the vapor fuel line may chafe through the plastic liquid fuel line and cause a fuel leak.

The risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line, as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners and interim notification on January 29, 2020. Recall began March 23, 2020. A second notice will be sent once parts are available, expected to be late in the first quarter of 2020. A renotification letter was sent on July 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S49.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign19V-859 (19V859000)
Manufacturer number19S49
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentFuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Report dateDecember 4, 2019
Owners notifiedMarch 23, 2020
Vehicles affected3,857
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 19V-859 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line, as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners and interim notification on January 29, 2020. Recall began March 23, 2020.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,857 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.