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2019–2020 Ford Transit Connect recall: Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA campaign 25V-196 · March 28, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
25V196000
Reported
March 28, 2025
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Part
Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Vehicles affected
About 152

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V-636. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay engine cooling and result in engine overheating.

Safety risk

An engine that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S32.

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 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

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

What is the safety risk?

An engine that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

What is the fix?

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S32.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.