The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles previously repaired under recall 19V-726. The service replacement Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower motor that was installed may have an improper clearance between an electrical terminal and the conductive base plate that may result in an resistive electrical short.
The risk
A resistive electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the HVAC blower motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S12.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 20V-137 (20V137000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 20S12 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system › Fan/motor |
| Report date | March 9, 2020 |
| Owners notified | April 6, 2020 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,384 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the a/c & heater
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 20V-137 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the HVAC blower motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S12.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,384 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.