Recall 20V137 affects 5,384 2019 Ford Ranger trucks for an HVAC blower motor short. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 5,384 2019 Ranger vehicles because the replacement HVAC blower motor installed during an earlier recall has improper electrical clearance. A resistive electrical short increases the risk of a fire, and Ford dealers will replace the blower motor free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The HVAC blower motor in the 2019 Ford Ranger moves air through the vents, defroster, and defogger. When it works correctly, the motor spins a fan that pushes heated or cooled air into the cabin and helps clear the windshield in wet or cold conditions. It also needs its electrical terminals separated from nearby metal parts so current follows the intended path.
In the affected Rangers, the replacement blower motor installed during the earlier recall repair was built with too little clearance between an electrical terminal and the conductive base plate. That tight spacing lets electricity arc or flow where it should not, creating a resistive electrical short. The supplier did not keep those suspect motors out of Ford's service parts network, so some were installed during recall work.
There is no warning sign before failure. The blower motor can have the wrong internal clearance without a sound, smell, dashboard message, or change in airflow before the electrical short occurs.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Ford Ranger | visibility component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5,384 |
Not every 2019 Ford Ranger is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A resistive electrical short in the HVAC blower motor increases the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall inspection soon and avoid leaving the problem unaddressed. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Ford Ranger is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free HVAC blower motor inspection and replacement, if needed, that addresses the electrical-short fire risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V137 when you call.
- Ask Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 if you need help finding a dealer or confirming Ford recall number 20S12.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the HVAC blower motor that was installed during the earlier recall repair and replaces it if the clearance issue is present. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Ford excludes a separate reimbursement program because the original warranty program already provides a free repair for this concern. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| March 9, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 10, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| March 10, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 6, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 6, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V137?
Recall 20V137 covers 5,384 2019 Ford Ranger trucks previously repaired under recall 19V-726. The replacement HVAC blower motor can have too little clearance between an electrical terminal and conductive base plate, causing a resistive electrical short and increasing fire risk. Ford dealers inspect and replace the blower motor for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Ford Ranger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2019 Ford Ranger is included in recall 20V137. If it is, call a franchised Ford dealer and ask for recall 20V137, Ford recall number 20S12. The dealer will inspect the HVAC blower motor and replace it as needed for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Ford's remedy says dealers will inspect and replace the HVAC blower motor, as necessary, free of charge. The work is handled at a franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from a resistive electrical short in the replacement HVAC blower motor. Ford's filing says improper clearance between an electrical terminal and the conductive base plate can create the short. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V137000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V137 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V137000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →