2020 Ford Explorer & Lincoln Aviator Recall: Critical Safety Alert for 13,900 SUVs

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The Safety Issues Explained

1. Missing Manual Park Release Cover

The affected vehicles may have been manufactured without a crucial manual park release cover. This missing component creates a serious safety hazard:

• Allows the manual park release lever to be accidentally activated
• May lead to unintended vehicle movement if the electronic parking brake isn't engaged
• Significantly increases rollaway risk and potential crash scenarios

2. Instrument Cluster in Factory Mode

The second issue involves the instrument cluster potentially remaining in factory mode, which:

• Disables critical warning alerts and audible chimes
• Fails to display PRNDL gear position information
• Obscures which gear is currently selected
• Creates dangerous driving conditions with reduced situational awareness

Ford has confirmed one production incident related to these issues, prompting this safety recall.

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Official Repair Solution

Ford has authorized dealerships to perform the following corrective actions at no cost to vehicle owners:

• Manual Park Release Inspection: Technicians will verify the presence of the cover and install it if missing
• Instrument Cluster Verification: Dealers will confirm the cluster is properly activated out of factory mode
• System Reset: All diagnostic trouble codes will be cleared to ensure proper system functionality
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  Toyota Grand Highlander

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  2024 Bentley Bentayga

  $270257

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  36 mi

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What Affected Owners Should Do

Immediate Actions

• Always engage your electronic parking brake when parked
• Visually confirm your gear selection before driving
• Be extra cautious when parking on inclines

Recall Resolution Steps

While Ford hasn't yet announced specific notification timelines, owners should:

1. Check Recall Status: Visit the NHTSA recall website and enter your VIN
2. Contact Ford Directly: Call Ford's customer service at 800-392-3673
3. Report Safety Concerns: Contact NHTSA's vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236
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Finding a Certified Repair Center

MotorVero recommends scheduling repairs only with authorized Ford/Lincoln dealerships. Our service helps you:

• Locate your nearest certified recall repair center
• Schedule convenient service appointments
• Verify recall completion documentation
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  2023 Acura MDX

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  19096 mi

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  2011 BMW 1 Series 128i

  $6176

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  158183 mi

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Additional Recall Information

For comprehensive details about these specific recalls, reference these official documents:

Understanding Vehicle Recalls

Automotive recalls occur when manufacturers or regulators identify safety-related defects. Key facts:

• Recall repairs are always performed at no cost to the vehicle owner
• Manufacturers are legally required to attempt notification of all affected owners
• Unrepaired recalls can affect vehicle safety, resale value, and insurance coverage
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Protecting Your Vehicle Investment

Beyond addressing this recall, MotorVero recommends:

• Regularly checking for open recalls (at least twice yearly)
• Maintaining complete service records
• Addressing all safety recalls promptly
• Considering recall status when purchasing used vehicles