NHTSA model-year recall report

2020 Ford F-450 Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Aug 28, 2019

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Ford F-450 average of 2.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2020 Ford F-450 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 19V633000

Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported Aug 28, 2019

What is recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."

Safety consequence

A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Ford F-450 model years

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2020 Ford F-450 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Ford F-450 have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2020 Ford F-450. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2020 Ford F-450?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology