You should have your vehicle checked for a potential issue with the start/stop accumulator endcap. This part helps control the transmission's operation.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolts on the start/stop accumulator endcap are missing or loose, there's a risk of a transmission fluid leak, which could lead to a transmission failure or even a fire if it's near an ignition source.
Free Fix
Ford will fix the issue for free by replacing the start/stop accumulator at a dealership of your choice. They'll notify you when it's time for the repair, and you can also contact them at 1-866-436-7332 or reference recall number 20S49.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.
Your 2019 Ford Edge's driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor might not be properly crimped, which could cause the seat belt webbing to detach in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat belt webbing detaches, it won't properly restrain you in a crash, increasing your risk of injury.
Free Fix
A dealership will inspect and replace the driver's side pretensioner assembly free of charge, and you've already been notified with a start date of November 12, 2019.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Edge vehicles. The driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor may have been improperly crimped, possibly resulting in the seat belt webbing detaching from the anchor in the event of a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, seat belt webbing that detaches from the anchor will not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's side pretensioner assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S37.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk if Unfixed
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
