The 2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utility has 4 recalls, the most serious being engine connecting rod bearing wear on vehicles with the 3.3L gas or hybrid engine that can cause sudden power loss or an engine fire, either of which raises the risk of a crash.
The second recall involves second-row outboard seatbelt anchor bolts that may be loose or missing, allowing the belt to pull free in a crash and leave the occupant unrestrained. On the visibility side, a small number of vehicles may have had the windshield washer reservoir filled with brake fluid instead of washer fluid, which can damage the wiper and washer system and leave the windshield difficult to clear. Vehicles equipped with the 12.1-inch integrated computer screen have a separate visibility concern: the screen may not turn on automatically when shifted into reverse, meaning the rearview camera image may not appear when backing up.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts that attach the second-row outboard seat belt anchors may be loose or missing, which could cause the seat belt to detach during a crash.
What the fix does
A dealership will inspect the seat belt anchor bolts and install, tighten, or replace them as needed.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The connecting rod bearings in the engine may wear down, causing the engine to fail.
What the fix does
Ford is developing a repair plan and will mail you instructions. Meanwhile, stop the engine immediately if you hear unusual noises, see smoke, or notice power loss.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The integrated computer screen may fail to turn on automatically when shifting into reverse, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying while backing up.
What the fix does
Ford will mail instructions to take your vehicle to a dealership for a software update to the integrated computer screen.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The windshield washer reservoir may contain brake fluid mixed with washer fluid. This prevents the windshield from clearing properly and damages the wiper and washer system.
What the fix does
A dealer will flush the washer system, replace the washer bottle neck, pump assembly, fluid level sensor, and wiper blades, then inspect and repair paint and exterior components as needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
