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2019–2020 Ford Fusion recall: Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery, management system/energy control module (bms/becm)

NHTSA campaign 23V-440 · June 23, 2023 · Ford Motor Company

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
23V440000
Reported
June 23, 2023
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Part
Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery, management system/energy control module (bms/becm)
Vehicles affected
About 14,452

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Fusion PHEV vehicles. The battery energy control module (BECM) may become damaged due to excessive voltage and current flow.

Safety risk

A damaged BECM can result in a loss of drive power or fire, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the battery and update the BECM software for free, or Ford will repurchase the vehicle. If your vehicle is currently operating normally, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the fuse block and a software update as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). As an alternative remedy, Ford is offering a vehicle refund. Please see Ford's owner notification letter or contact Ford for full details. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S33.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Ford Fusion (2019, 2020). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A damaged BECM can result in a loss of drive power or fire, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the battery and update the BECM software for free, or Ford will repurchase the vehicle. If your vehicle is currently operating normally, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the fuse block and a software update as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be…

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