Recall 20V413 covers 1,229 2021 Ford F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd trucks missing underbody heat shields. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 1,229 2021 F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd trucks with 7.3L gasoline engines because underbody heat shields and other heat-protection parts were left off during assembly. Without that shielding, the cabin floor and seat attachments can reach elevated temperatures in certain driving conditions, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The underbody heat shield on the 2021 Ford F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd trucks is a layer of thermal protection mounted beneath the cab. The related floor pan heat insulator sits under the floor mat. Together, these parts help keep exhaust and driveline heat away from the cabin floor and the seat attachment points.
On affected trucks in NHTSA campaign 20V413, Ford says the heat shield and related heat-protection components were not installed during assembly. That leaves the cab floor and seat mounting areas without the intended barrier. In certain driving conditions, heat from below the truck can raise temperatures inside those areas above the level the design expected.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not given a dashboard light or clear symptom that proves the heat protection is missing before the floor or seat attachment areas become too hot.
Who's affected?
F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd trucks share the same underbody heat-insulation component in this recall.
| 2021 Ford F-650 Sd | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2021 Ford F-750 Sd | body structure |
| Units affected | 1,229 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
In high heat, certain cabin floor or seat attachment areas can become hot enough to injure skin on contact. Avoid touching those areas, keep passengers clear of the affected floor and seat hardware, and schedule the recall service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Ford F-650 Sd or F-750 Sd is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free heat-shield and insulation installation that protects the cabin floor and seat attachments from elevated temperatures.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V413 when you call.
- Avoid touching the cabin floor or seat attachments after driving in high-temperature conditions until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician installs the missing underbody heat shield, thermal insulator patch, seat base covers, and seat bolt covers. Those heat-protection parts are there to reduce elevated floor and seat-attachment temperatures in the cabin. Ford's remedy says the work is performed free of charge, but this section does not show a confirmed open repair status. The dealer repair will be free once available. Use your VIN when you call the dealer so the service desk can confirm the recall and parts path.
Timeline
| July 17, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 28, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V413?
Recall 20V413 covers 1,229 2021 Ford F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd trucks with 7.3L gasoline engines. Ford says the underbody heat shield and related heat-protection parts were missing from assembly, allowing cabin floor areas and seat attachments to reach elevated temperatures.
What should I do if my 2021 Ford F-650 Sd or F-750 Sd is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 20V413. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and schedule the installation of the missing underbody heat shield, thermal insulator patch, seat base covers, and seat bolt covers. Reference Ford recall number 20S36 when you call.
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 install the missing underbody heat shield, thermal insulator patch, seat base covers, and seat bolt covers free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is burn injury from hot interior surfaces. Ford says skin contact with certain areas of the cabin floor or seat attachments in high-temperature driving conditions can cause injury. The dealer repair adds the missing heat-protection parts that control that heat exposure.
What if I bought my 2021 Ford F-650 Sd or F-750 Sd used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your truck is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall 20V413 or Ford recall number 20S36.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V413000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V413 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V413000 |
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 Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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